A mysterious streak of light seen over the western sky of Cox’s Bazar Beach on Friday evening caused excitement among locals and tourists. Authorities later confirmed that the phenomenon was likely linked to India’s experimental launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). The bright trail was visible around 7 p.m. near the Laboni and Sugandha points, drawing attention from beachgoers who initially mistook it for a conflict-related missile.

A meteorologist from the Cox’s Bazar weather office clarified that the light was not a natural atmospheric event. An air force intelligence source stated that India had earlier notified about its planned test of the ‘Agni-6’ ICBM over the Bay of Bengal, with special airspace restrictions imposed from May 4 to 9. The source added that the event was directly monitored, though the Bangladesh Navy has not issued any official comment.

According to a report by India’s Economic Times, a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) was issued for the test, covering airspace from Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Island in Odisha to about 3,500 kilometers.