Archive · 16 Nov 2025
Indonesia Makes Bid to Purchase BrahMos Supersonic Missiles
Imagine India has a really fast and accurate missile called the BrahMos.
The leader of India's defense, Rajnath Singh, said that a country named Indonesia wants to buy these missiles.
These missiles are being made in a new factory in Lucknow, India.
This factory is very modern and cost a lot of money to build.
India and Russia worked together to create this special missile.
Buying these missiles would make Indonesia's defenses, especially near its coasts and seas, much stronger.
Indonesia would be the second country in its region, after the Philippines, to get this advanced weapon.
Indonesia has expressed interest in purchasing the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile.
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh confirmed Indonesia's bid to acquire the missile.
The BrahMos missiles are being manufactured at a new integration and test facility in Lucknow, India.
The potential deal is reportedly worth $450 million and would enhance Indonesia's defense capabilities.
The BrahMos is a jointly developed Indian-Russian missile known for its supersonic speed and precision.
- Who
- Indonesia and India
- What
- Indonesia has expressed interest in purchasing BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, with India's Defence Minister confirming the bid.
- When
- November 15, 2025 (reported)
- Where
- Lucknow, India (manufacturing location)
- Why
- To significantly enhance Indonesia's coastal and maritime defense capabilities.
- Defence Minister
- Rajnath Singh
- Missile Type
- BrahMos Supersonic Cruise Missile
- Manufacturing Location
- Lucknow, India
- Facility Cost
- Rs 300 crore
- Potential Deal Value
- $450 million
- Previous Deal Mentioned
- Ahead of President Prabowo Subianto's visit to New Delhi
- Indonesia's Potential Status
- Second ASEAN nation after the Philippines to acquire BrahMos