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February 7, 2010
New Delhi

PM congratulates DRDO scientists on successful launch of Agni-III

The Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh has congratulated the scientists at DRDO on the successful launch of Agni-III missile. Following is the text of PM's message:

"I convey my heartiest congratulations to the Defence Research and Development Organisation, the Advanced Systems Laboratory, Hyderabad and all members of the Project Team for the successful launch of the Agni III missile today. On behalf of the Nation I commend our scientists and engineers for their dedication, hard work and excellence in our march towards achieving self reliance in high technology areas and meeting the country's defence needs. Our scientists have always done our country proud and I wish them continued success in their future efforts."