ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Navy’s newly inducted submarine PNS/M Hangor successfully conducted its maiden live weapon firing in the North Arabian Sea, accurately striking a designated long-range target with an anti-ship cruise missile, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Sunday.

Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf witnessed the firing and praised the submarine’s combat capabilities, according to the military’s media wing.

He also emphasised the strategic importance of strengthening Pakistan Navy’s subsurface capabilities to maintain credible maritime deterrence, ISPR said.

The successful firing marked a significant operational milestone for PNS/M Hangor and reflected the Pakistan Navy’s efforts to maintain a modern and combat-ready force capable of safeguarding the country’s maritime frontiers.

The military’s media wing said the development also underscored the Pakistan Navy’s commitment to enhancing operational readiness and contributing to regional peace and maritime security.