The launch was carried out by the Indian Army’s ‘Rising Sun’ missile specialists, and showed the weapon’s “long-range targeting capabilities,” the Eastern Command posted on X, RT reported.
The “calculated strike” hit its mark with precision, the army added, describing the test as “a poignant reminder of India’s steadfast dedication to defending its sovereignty and fostering regional stability.”
The Andaman Islands, located at the juncture of the Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea off India’s southeast coast, are considered strategically important due to their proximity to the Malacca Strait, a vital shipping lane. Last month, the Indian Navy commissioned a new base, INS Jatayu, on the Minicoy Island of Lakshadweep to bolster its operational capabilities in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). The base will also enhance operational reach and support the Indian Navy’s efforts in anti-piracy and anti-narcotics operations in the Western Arabian Sea.
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