बंगाल की खाड़ी में NOTAM जारी, हो सकता है अग्नि-4 मिसाइल का परीक्षण – Bay of Bengal NOTAM Agni 4 missile test possible
The Indian government has issued NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) for long-range missile testing in the Bay of Bengal. This warning will remain in effect from 25 April to 6 May 2026. About 3550 km long danger area has been declared in NOTAM.
Defense experts believe that Agni-4 missile can be tested during this period. This test is going to happen around the first anniversary of Operation Vermillion, due to which this test is considered to give not only a technical but also a strategic message.
Features of Agni-4 missile
Agni-4 is one of the important missiles of India. This is an Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM).
- Range: 3500 to 4000 kilometers
- Weight: about 17 tons
- Length: about 20 meters
- fuel: Solid Fuel
- phase: two stage missile
- Warhead: Can carry nuclear or conventional weapons weighing up to 1000 kg.
- Speciality: Highly accurate aiming capability and missile running on mobile launcher.
Agni-4 is an important part of India’s nuclear triad. It can be launched from both rail and road, making it very difficult for the enemy to destroy it in advance.
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Why was NOTAM issued?
By issuing NOTAM, India has warned pilots and ships not to go to the designated area. This area is in the Bay of Bengal, which is suitable for testing missiles like Agni-4. According to defense sources, the flight path and distance to the threat area exactly matches the capability of Agni-4.
Meaning of testing on the anniversary of Operation Sindoor
Operation Sindoor was carried out by India in May 2025 against terrorist bases in Pakistan. Now exactly one year later this missile test is taking place. Although the Defense Ministry has not officially linked it to the anniversary, experts say that this test will send a message about India’s military preparedness and strength.
India’s missile capability is increasing
In recent months, India has intensified the testing of its missiles. Apart from the Agni series, testing of K-4 (to be launched from submarine), hypersonic missile LRAShM and 800 km range version of BrahMos cruise missile is going on.
The new version of BrahMos is going to be included in the Indian Army by 2027. It is clear from all these tests that India is continuously modernizing and strengthening its defense capability.
Why is a missile like Agni-4 necessary?
Agni-4 can target any part of neighboring countries like China and Pakistan. This missile strengthens India’s Credible Minimum Deterrence policy. Being a solid fuel, it can be launched quickly. It is also easy to avoid enemy radar.
The NOTAM issued in the Bay of Bengal and the possible test of Agni-4 shows India’s military strength and preparedness. This test is being considered very important strategically on the anniversary of Operation Sindoor. India is continuously improving its missile technology so that the security of the country remains unbroken.
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