"Thankfully, no damage has been reported as a result of the unintentional launch of the missile," he added.
Digital Desk: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday (March 15) said that a high-level investigation into the March 9 incident involving the accidental launch of a missile into Pakistani territory had been ordered. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha, the defence minister said, "Unfortunately, a missile was accidentally launched on March 9 during a routine check. It had crashed in Pakistan, as we later learned." "I'd like to inform the House that the situation has been taken seriously by the government. A high-level investigation has been requested. The investigation will determine the precise reason for the accident," he stated. "Thankfully, no damage has been reported as a result of the unintentional launch of the missile," he added. "We follow a set of standard operating procedures for our operations, maintenance, and inspections, which are being examined. Any flaws in the safety and security of our weapons systems will be addressed immediately. Our missile system is highly reliable and secure. Our armed forces are highly experienced," he said. On the other hand, on March 12, Pakistan, the day after India confessed that a "technical glitch" led to the "accidental firing of a missile" that landed in Islamabad, urged a joint investigation into the incident. Meanwhile, Pakistan's Foreign Ministry has demanded that India's government explain the mechanisms and processes put in place to prevent accidental missile launches and the circumstances surrounding the March 9 incident.
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