BrahMos missile set for major upgrades as India and Russia prepare for future warfare

From the report

The Indo-Russian BrahMos supersonic cruise missile is entering a new phase of development, with its manufacturers pursuing enhanced range, improved performance, lighter variants, and advanced technologies to meet the demands of future battlefields. Following its reported operational successes during the India-Pakistan military clashes in 2025, the missile has attracted growing international attention, strengthening its position in the global defense market.

BrahMos Aerospace, the joint venture between India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Russia’s NPO Mashinostroyeniya, is working on several upgrades to expand the missile’s capabilities. The company’s chief executive officer and managing director, Jaiteerth Joshi, has indicated that existing systems are being improved while new variants are being developed to address evolving military requirements.

Named after India’s Brahmaputra River and Russia’s Moskva River, BrahMos was designed to deliver high-precision strikes against strategic targets. Its ability to operate from land, sea, and air platforms gives armed forces considerable operational flexibility.