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IAF in Haryana intercepted Pakistani missile aimed at Delhi using Barak 8 last year
Politics
Published on 24 April 2026
It was stopped before it could hit Delhi
During last year’s Indo-Pak conflict, an Indian Air Force unit in Haryana reportedly used the Barak-8 air defence system—deployed from Sirsa—to intercept and destroy a Pakistani ballistic missile that may have been aimed at Delhi. The successful engagement is being cited as evidence of India’s growing capability to track, neutralize and prevent high-impact missile strikes.
- IAF Haryana unit intercepted a Pakistani ballistic missile during last year’s conflict
- Barak-8 system deployed from Sirsa reportedly carried out the neutralization
- Officials say the action likely prevented major damage in Delhi
- Incident underscores India’s air defence readiness and capabilities
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