The Pakistan Navy’s PNS/M Hangor has successfully completed its first live weapon firing in the North Arabian Sea, marking a significant milestone in the enhancement of Pakistan’s underwater warfare and operational capabilities.
During the exercise, PNS/M Hangor successfully fired a long-range anti-ship cruise missile, which struck its designated target with a high degree of precision.
The successful engagement provided an important demonstration of the submarine’s weapon systems, operational readiness and combat capability. The firing also served as a practical validation of the platform’s ability to effectively employ its long-range anti-ship weapon system against designated maritime targets.
Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, witnessed the first live weapon firing of PNS/M Hangor. The successful missile engagement demonstrated the effectiveness of the submarine’s integrated combat and weapon systems while highlighting the professional competence and operational preparedness of its crew. Admiral Naveed Ashraf appreciated the combat capability of PNS/M Hangor and the professionalism of its crew, commending their performance during the live firing exercise.
The successful firing represents an important milestone in the Pakistan Navy’s efforts to strengthen its underwater warfare capabilities. The accurate engagement of the designated target demonstrated the operational effectiveness of PNS/M Hangor’s weapon systems and reinforced the submarine’s role as a capable platform for maritime defence. The exercise also provided an opportunity to validate operational procedures, weapon employment and crew preparedness under realistic conditions.
Speaking on the occasion, the Naval Chief emphasized that the continuous enhancement of underwater warfare capabilities is essential for maintaining operational readiness and ensuring a credible defence capability. The successful exercise reflects the Pakistan Navy’s continued emphasis on developing and maintaining advanced maritime combat capabilities, while ensuring that its personnel remain fully prepared to respond to evolving maritime security challenges. The live weapon firing also underscores the importance of realistic training and operational exercises in maintaining the effectiveness of naval platforms and their crews.
The Pakistan Navy remains committed to safeguarding Pakistan’s maritime frontiers and protecting the country’s maritime interests. The force continues to strengthen its operational preparedness and underwater warfare capabilities while contributing to peace and stability in the region.
The successful first live weapon firing by PNS/M Hangor marks another significant step in this ongoing effort and demonstrates the Pakistan Navy’s continued focus on maintaining a reliable and effective maritime defence posture.
