Indian Army Conducts Anti-Tank Guided Missile Field Firing Test In Bengal's Teesta Range — PICS

The annual Eastern Command Anti Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) field firing took place at Teesta Field Firing Range in West Bengal from 20 to 28 February.

Indian Army conducts ATGM firing test.

The annual Eastern Command Anti Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) field firing was conducted at Teesta Field Firing Range in West Bengal from February 20 to February 28, news agency ANI reported citing a defence official. (Image Source: PTI Images)

According to a defence release, over 1500 personnel from various Infantry and Mechanised Infantry Battalion units took part in the command-level training exercise. (Image Source: PTI Images)

The firing was conducted under the aegis of the Trishakti Corps, and more than 260 missiles were fired to achieve the goal of one missile and tank. (Image Source: PTI Images)

According to the defence release, firing was carried out in accordance with tactical scenarios on the battlefield in which tanks played a significant role. The ATGM detachments fired from a variety of modes, which they may have to employ depending on the tactical situation. (Image Source: PTI Images)

These included firing from various vehicles, including the newly inducted indigenous light strike vehicle, as well as ground-based detachments. The release also stated that helicopter-inserted detachments engaged targets. (Image Source: PTI Images)

According to the release, the firing was witnessed by the GOC of Trishakti Corps. He praised the troops for their professional excellence and operational readiness, and he encouraged them to improve their skills with this important weapon. (Image Source: X/@trishakticorps)