Pakistan conducted a training launch of the Ghauri Weapon System to test the readiness of the Army Strategic Forces Command.

A statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations said that the launch tested the ‘operational and technical readiness’ of the ASFC and was successful..

ASFC’s commander as well as senior officers from the strategic forces, scientists and engineers of strategic organization also witnessed the launch, the ISPR statement said.

“Commander ASFC appreciated the standard of training and operational preparedness of Army Strategic Forces, which was reflected by proficient handling of Weapon System in the field and achievement of operational and technical objectives,” the statement said.

The statement added that the President, Prime Minister of Pakistan, CJCSC and Services Chiefs congratulated the participating troops, scientists and engineers on successful conduct of training launch.

The test comes days after the army tested the Ababeel weapon system for revalidation.