Overview
- Government and defence sources say multiple agreements to supply BrahMos missiles worth about $450 million are in final stages and expected to be signed soon.
- A proposed sale to Indonesia has been negotiated and is ready for signing pending required approval from Russia due to the system’s joint development.
- BrahMos is a supersonic cruise missile co-developed by India’s DRDO and Russia’s NPO Mashinostroyenia with land, sea and air launch options.
- Officials cite the weapon’s first combat use during Operation Sindoor against Pakistani targets as a key driver of interest among prospective buyers.
- The missile’s showcase at the Dubai Air Show and parallel Indian orders for Navy and Air Force deployments have reinforced its export appeal.