Jaisalmer, Mar 24 (PTI) A missile was misfired during a firing exercise by the army in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer.

The annual exercise of a unit was going on at the Pokran field firing range when the incident occurred. However, no loss of life or property was reported.

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"A case of Missile misfire was reported while a unit was undertaking its annual field firing today," a defence spokesperson said.

He said the missile detonated safely. However, the debris fell in the adjoining fields.

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"No damage rendered to any personnel and property. Issue is being investigated," he added.

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