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India’s cabinet approves ₹19,000 crore deal for BrahMos missiles to enhance naval capability

Rai Sinha — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:14:04 +0000

The Cabinet Committee on Security has greenlit a significant defense acquisition plan, approving the procurement of over 200 BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles along with associated systems. This procurement, costing approximately ₹19,000 crore, aims to bolster the firepower of the Indian Navy, as revealed by officials familiar with the matter on Thursday.

The BrahMos missiles, renowned for their exceptional speed and versatility, will be integrated into Indian warships, offering a substantial enhancement to the Navy’s operational capabilities. The acquisition will encompass a mix of BrahMos variants, including those capable of striking targets at distances of up to 290 km, as well as extended-range versions boasting a remarkable reach of nearly 500 km.

Notably, the BrahMos missile stands out as the world’s fastest cruise missile, boasting a staggering speed of Mach 2.8, nearly three times the speed of sound. Its adaptability across land, air, and sea platforms underscores its versatility, with all three variants currently deployed across the Indian armed forces.

Furthermore, India’s defense export endeavors are gaining momentum, with plans underway to deliver BrahMos missiles to the Philippines in March. This marks a significant milestone as it signifies India’s first export order for the BrahMos missile, developed jointly with Russia. The deal, valued at almost $375 million, was inked two years ago, illustrating India’s burgeoning presence in the global defense market.

India’s aspirations for defense exports are ambitious, with a target set at ₹35,000 crore by the fiscal year 2024-25. Recent successes, such as Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited securing an export order worth $155.5 million for artillery guns bound for Armenia, underscore India’s growing prowess in defense manufacturing. Additionally, India’s collaboration with Armenia for the Pinaka rocket system further amplifies its standing as a reliable defense partner.

Beyond traditional markets, countries across South America, Africa, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia are expressing keen interest in India’s defense offerings. The Indian Air Force, under the leadership of Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari, is advocating for the development of a compact version of the BrahMos missile tailored for fighter jets. This initiative aims to equip aircraft like the MiG-29, Mirage 2000, and the indigenous Tejas with enhanced strike capabilities.

Looking ahead, India is poised to embark on the development of an extended-range BrahMos missile, capable of striking targets at distances exceeding 800 km. This endeavor underscores India’s commitment to bolstering its strategic capabilities, particularly in the maritime domain.

The recent commissioning of INS Imphal, the latest guided missile destroyer, marked a milestone for the Indian Navy. Notably, INS Imphal became the first Indian warship to successfully launch the BrahMos missile, further solidifying India’s position as a maritime power in the Indian Ocean region.

Thus, India’s approval of the BrahMos missile acquisition represents an essential step in enhancing its naval prowess and consolidating its position as a key player in the global defense arena. With strategic partnerships flourishing and indigenous defense capabilities evolving, India’s trajectory as a defense exporter and innovator remains promising.

India will be able to have its first hypersonic missile: BrahMos CEO

Dipankar Ray — Mon, 13 Jun 2022 10:33:21 +0000

According to the recent report by the India-Russia joint venture, BrahMos Aerospace. India is all set to receive its first Hypersonic missile in the next five to six years. Moreover, the BrahMos Aerospace, a joint military partnership between India and Russia started the “Silver Jubilee Year” celebration (2022-2023) on June 13. Also, to commemorate the 75th independence day. One of the most successful military partnerships in the world. Which have led to the production of one of the best, most efficient, and fastest missiles the BrahMos.

“BrahMos Aerospace is capable of making hypersonic missiles. In five to six years, we will be able to have our first hypersonic missile by BrahMos,” said Atul Rane, CEO, and MD, BrahMos Aerospace. MD Atul Rane spoke at the Silver Jubilee festivities to honour. And praise one of the most sophisticated and cutting-edge military relationships between the two countries. The celebration which was started on June 12, 2022, marking the 21 glorious years since the first supersonic launch, and would end on February 12, 2023, which would mark “BrahMos Rising Day”.

BrahMos Aerospace to make hypersonic missiles

The events planned as part of the celebration vary from a nationwide competition to critical discussions. Thus, addressing the country’s future agenda on missiles and defence. To commemorate the effect of the BrahMos partnership on the defence arrangements of the country, an industry-level meet has been organized.

The Silver Jubilee celebration will also be marked with a national-level competition. Which would enable the young minds of the country to innovate. And make them understand the need to develop missile technology. The competition would also lead to an increase in enthusiasm and curiosity about military technologies. As per the reports received, the celebrations would also incorporate a user interaction meeting. In order to congratulate the Indian Armed Forces on the successful handling of the BrahMos missile.

To start the Jubilee celebrations the company has also completed its share of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Moreover, with the spending on women empowerment and related issues.

The company has secured several different milestones in its journey since its inception, the company has also started the work on its state-of-art missile BrahMos missile manufacturing unit. The unit is established in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The centre is being established under the UP Defense Industrial Corridor Project(UPDIC). The centre is assigned the task of developing the next generation BrahMos Missile weaponry system as mentioned by PM Narendra Modi on June 3.

BrahMos missile: shortly after takeoff, the missile falls

Vaibhav Agrawal — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 05:07:30 +0000

During a test fire that was been carried out off the coast of Odisha on Monday, the BrahMos Supersonic Cruise missile failed in a rare instance, as it fell shortly after takeoff, according to a report released by ANI. Capable of hitting targets up to 450 km, the extended range version of the missile was been tested.

Failing very rarely during tests, BrahMos has been a very reliable missile, although the exact cause would be known only after a complete test analysis is conducted, sources said prima facie that the Missile could have failed due to issues with the propulsion system.

Now capable of striking at longer Rangers which Supersonic speeds BrahMos Supersonic Cruise missile was earlier used for below 300 km target. Under the joint ventures between the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India and NPO Mashinostroeyenia (NPOM) of Russia, several other versions of the Supersonic Cruise missile were earlier developed by the BrahMos Aerospace notably.

The Brahmaputra River in India and the Moskva River in Russia are the two rivers from which the Brahmos Supersonic Cruise missile range derived its name.

After analysis by a joint team of scientists from the BrahMos Aerospace corporation and the Defence Research and Development Organisation, the reasons for the failure would be known, the Missile fell off shortly after the launch this morning, according to sources told the ANI.