The 2nd phase of this exercise was aimed at testing the extreme in-flight maneuverability
Islamabad (Pakistan Point News – 31st January, 2019) Pakistan has conducted another successful test of short range ballistic missile Nasr.
According to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), Pakistan today conducted another successful launch of short range surface to surface ballistic missile "Nasr" as part of Army Strategic Forces Command training exercise which included quad salvo on January 24 and single shots on January 28 and 31, 2019.
The 2nd phase of this exercise was aimed at testing the extreme inflight manoeuverability, including the end flight manoeuverability; capable of defeating, by assured penetration, any currently available BMD system in our neighbourhood or any other system under procurement/development.
The launch was witnessed by General Zubair Mahmood Hayat, Chairman JCS Committee, Director General Strategic Plans Division, Commander Army Strategic Forces Command, Chairman NESCOM, senior officers from the Army Strategic Forces Command, scientists and engineers of strategic organizations.
Chairman JCS Committee appreciated the participating troops, scientists and engineers on achieving yet another milestone of national significance towards Pakistan's strategic deterrence capability. He praised the professional attributes and dedicated efforts of all concerned which made possible the successful launch of Weapon System.
President and Prime Minister of Pakistan along with Services Chiefs have congratulated the scientists, engineers and the participating troops on their outstanding achievement.
