Pakistan on Wednesday conducted a successful test launch of the surface to surface ballistic missile Ghaznavi. The missile is capable of delivering nuclear and conventional warheads up to a range of 290 kilometres.
According to the Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR), This test launch was conducted during the culminating point of the Annual Field Training Exercise of Army Strategic Forces Command.
The test launch of the ballistic missile was witnessed by Army Strategic Forces Command Commander Lieutenant General Muhammad Ali, Strategic Plans Division senior officers, Army Strategic Forces Command, Scientists and Engineers of the strategic organisations.
Commander Army Strategic Forces Command appreciated the operational attentiveness and display of excellent standard in handling and operating the weapon system. He also uttered full satisfaction on the training standards of participating troops, attained throughout this training activity.
President, Prime Minister of Pakistan and the Service Chiefs have congratulated all ranks of Army Strategic Forces Command, the scientists and engineers on successful conduct of today’s test launch.
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