The new unit will manufacture 80–100 BrahMos missiles annually, along with 100–150 next-generation lighter variants that extend operational range and flexibility. These state-of-the-art missiles, co-developed by India's DRDO and Russia's NPO Mashinostroyeniya, can hit targets 290–400 kilometers away at speeds up to Mach 2.8. Singh praised the Indo-Russian partnership, likening it to a spiritual confluence, and noted this technological leap showcases India’s growing defence independence and global credibility.
In addition to the missile plant, the government also launched an Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility and a Titanium & Super Alloys Materials Plant. The foundation stone for a Defence Testing Infrastructure System was also laid, further solidifying UP’s role as a key hub for defence innovation. With strategic projects underway and robust manufacturing capabilities, the UP Defence Corridor is set to transform the region into a national powerhouse of military production and economic growth.
