India Set to Seal Major BrahMos Missile Export Deals
India is reportedly in the final stages of negotiating defence agreements worth approximately $450 million for the export of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to friendly foreign nations. This development comes following the missile system's successful combat deployment during the recent border conflict with Pakistan.
Combat-Proven Performance Drives Global Interest
According to defence sources who spoke to news agency ANI, the deals are expected to be signed in the near future and currently await final approvals. The missile's impressive performance during Operation Sindoor has generated significant international attention, with multiple countries expressing strong interest in acquiring the weapons system.
The BrahMos missile made its combat debut during Operation Sindoor, which was launched on May 7 following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. During the four-day conflict in May, the missiles were used to strike Pakistani air bases with such precision that several facilities remained unusable for days afterward.
Expanding Defence Partnerships and Domestic Deployment
Defence officials noted that friendly foreign nations have been particularly impressed with the missile's capability to deliver precise hits. The recent Dubai Air Show provided another platform to showcase the Indo-Russian joint production, drawing substantial interest from potential international buyers.
Soon after the border clashes concluded, India's defence ministry approved a substantial order for BrahMos missiles for the Indian Navy. The order also included ground- and air-launched variants for the Indian Air Force. The Navy plans to deploy these advanced missiles on its Veer-class warships, while the IAF will integrate them with its Russian-origin Su-30 MKI fighter fleet.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reflected on the May conflict by highlighting the performance of indigenous weapon systems. He specifically mentioned that Operation Sindoor effectively demonstrated the strength of India's air defence platforms, missiles, and drones - with particular emphasis on the BrahMos missile system.
Defence sources indicate that the current $450 million agreements are likely to be followed by additional contracts as global interest in the supersonic cruise missile continues to grow among nations worldwide.
