India accelerates Brahmin-II development: Next-generation ultrasonic missiles will reach 7 speeds
India is rapidly approaching a milestone in advanced weapons technology, with the accelerated development of the Brahmin-II treble cruise missile, an ultra-high-speed weapon expected to be designed to reach speeds between Mach 6 and Mach 7. This next generation system places the country of the national club in the senior club of elite clubs and has strategy with our Russia and China and put it the same strategy as China.
The Brahmos Program is a joint venture between the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) and Russian NPO Mashinostroyenia, and its supersonic cruise missile variant has become globally renowned, operating at speeds of 2.8 to 3.0. This is a universal long-range supersonic cruise missile system that can be launched from land, sea and air.
The Brahmos-II will greatly outweigh this, bringing the country into the treble era and greatly improving its ability to conduct rapid, precise strikes.
In an important technological leap, India recently successfully tested the Brahman variant of the Bay of Bengal extension, reaching a range of 800 km. Another test is imminent, aiming to refine the missile's stealth and accuracy, sources told Zee Business.
These advances underline the momentum behind the country’s defense innovation ecosystem, which is increasingly being advocated by the government’s flagship “Made in India” and “Atmanirbhar Bharat”.
Once run, Brahmos-II will provide vital capabilities to neutralize high-value, time-sensitive goals with extraordinary speed and accuracy. Hypersonic missiles (defined by speeds above Mach 5) are difficult to intercept due to their low-altitude flight path, operability and fast pace.
With Brahmos-II, India not only needs to keep up with the treble competition, but also prepares to compete at the highest level.
“The program proves India's self-reliance in defense technology,” said a senior DRDO official. The official added: “From design to testing, we are pushing the boundaries of possible, which are made up of indigenous innovation and global collaboration.”
The development of Brahmos-II is at the heart of India's broader strategy for technological advantages in the aerospace and defense sectors. Now, the missile components, subsystems and important parts of production are carried out in the country, thus strengthening the goal of Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India).
This not only reduces reliance on imports, but also accelerates the creation of a strong domestic defense industrial base.
Globally, the country's advances in supersonic technology are attracting attention. Similar systems under development include the US AGM-183 ARRW, the Russian Avangard and the Chinese DF-ZF. By joining this exclusive group, India has sent a willingness to shape the future of high-speed wars and make meaningful contributions to the global security framework.
Named after the Brahmin River and Moskva River, it symbolizes the cooperation between India and Russia, and Brahmin missiles also have cultural resonance. This is in line with India's doctrine about reliable minimum deterrence and responsible use of power.
As Brahmos-II inches get closer to realization, it not only marks a technological achievement, but is a strategic statement. Supported by indigenous capabilities and global ambitions, India not only defended its borders, but also led the charges in the next era of missile warfare.
