MilitaryPralay (missile)
Missile Systemconfirmed
Pralay is a canisterised surface-to-surface, short-range, tactical ballistic missile, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation. It uses a combination of technologies created for the Prahaar tactical missile, and the exoatmospheric interceptor Prithvi Defence Vehicle. The project to develop Pralay was sanctioned in March 2015 with a budget of ₹332.88 crore (equivalent to ₹548 crore or US$57 million in 2026) and became ready for induction in 2022. Pralay will become a part of the Integrated Rocket Force along with Nirbhay, BrahMos, and Pinaka.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | India |
| Manufacturer | Bharat Electronics, Bharat Dynamics Limited |
| Status | In service |
| Weight | 5 t |
| Length | 11 m |
| Range | 500 km |
| Guidance system | Mid-course: INS ; Terminal: MMW DSMAC + Radar Imaging |
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| India | — | confirmed |
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