Pakistan has conducted a successful training launch of Babur cruise missile having a range of 450 kilometres and can strike targets on the ground and in the sea, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
According to a statement released by the ISPR on Thursday, the Babur cruise missile is capable of engaging targets at land and sea with high precision. The missile was launched from a state-of-the-art multi-tube missile launch vehicle.
The training launch was witnessed by Dr Raza Samar, Chairman NESCOM, Lieutenant General Muhammad Ali, Commander of Army Strategic Forces Command, senior officers of Strategic Plans Division, Army Strategic Forces Command, scientists and engineers of the strategic organizations.
The NESCOM chairman appreciated the standard of training and operational preparedness of the Army Strategic Forces, which was reflected by the proficient handling of the weapon system in the field and fulfillment of all laid-down training parameters.
He also praised the contributions of the scientists and the engineers towards the enhancement of Pakistan’s strategic capability.
The President, Prime Minister, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee and Services Chiefs have also congratulated the participating troops on the conduct of the successful training launch of the Babur cruise missile.