First Batch of BrahMos Missiles Flagged Off in Lucknow
On October 18, 2025, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and UP Chief Minister Shri Yogi Adityanath flagged off the first batch of BrahMos missiles manufactured at the BrahMos Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow. This facility, part of the UP Defence Industrial Corridor, symbolizes India's growing indigenous defense capabilities. The BrahMos missile, known for its speed and accuracy, is now a key component of India's national security strategy, with every inch of Pakistan's territory within its reach. The project aims to enhance self-reliance in defense manufacturing and boost local employment and economic growth.
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