Tactical ballistic missile Pralay & long-range Pinaka rocket system will be part of Republic Day parade.
Pralay Missile:
- Surface-to-surface short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) developed by DRDO.
- Range of 150–500 km.
- Can be launched from a mobile launcher.
- Equipped with a state-of-the-art navigation system and integrated avionics.
- Payload capacity of 350–700 kg.
- Multiple warhead options, including high-explosive fragmentation and runway denial submunitions.
- Speed of Mach 6.1 during terminal phase.
- Enhances tactical strike capabilities.
Pinaka Rocket System:
- Long-range multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL) developed by DRDO.
- Range of up to 75 km.
- Flexible variants in terms of payload, firepower, and range.
- Mounted on a mobile launcher for rapid deployment.
- Capable of delivering multiple rockets in a single salvo.
- Strengthens artillery support for Indian Army.