bhaskar saikia

A new chapter in geo-strategic diplomacy is unfolding — I call it BrahMos Diplomacy. The recent display of the unstoppable power of BrahMos Missiles during Operation Sindoor has caught the world’s attention. In its aftermath, multiple countries are now lining up to acquire this cutting-edge system from India, recognizing both its precision strike capability and its deterrence value.

This surge in global interest has provided India with an enormous diplomatic lever. For the first time, Indian defence exports are not just products, but strategic partnerships. The BrahMos system, being a joint venture between India and Russia, also uniquely positions India as a bridge between different power blocs in a complex multipolar world.

Moreover, this development is bringing India’s defence sector into a highly favorable global spotlight. From production to joint development, from technology transfers to export orders — the Indian defence industry is rapidly transforming from an import-dependent sector into a globally competitive exporter. I firmly believe that the next 5–7 years will see investments in the Indian defence sector yielding some of the best returns, both financially and strategically.

There’s also a remarkable symbolism in timing: exactly 24 years ago, on 12 June 2001, India tested its first BrahMos missile. What was once a technological demonstration has today evolved into a key instrument of India’s rising global stature.

The BrahMos journey reflects not only technological advancement but also India’s growing confidence in shaping global security architecture. As more nations align with India for defence cooperation, BrahMos Diplomacy might well define a new era of strategic influence.