BrahMos most capable weapon for India and its allies across the world: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Roktim Rajpal | Oct 18, 2025, 20:26 IST
Union Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath flagged off the first BrahMos missiles from Lucknow. This production marks a significant step for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Make in India' initiative. The Lucknow unit is set to boost defense manufacturing in Uttar Pradesh. This development is expected to enhance national security and economic growth.
Image credit : Government of UP | Rajnath Singh (L) with Yogi Adityanath
Union Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on October 18, flagged off the first batch of supersonic BrahMos missiles produced at the Lucknow unit of BrahMos Aerospace Limited. Missiles departed amid chants of “Bharat Mata Ki Jai.”, adding a patriotic feel to the event.
Rajnath Singh, Yogi Adityanath flag off BrahMos missiles
Rajnath Singh and Yogi Adityanath flagged off the first lot of BrahMos missiles produced at the Lucknow unit of BrahMos Aerospace Limited on Saturday. Speaking at the event, the UP CM called BrahMos ‘the most capable weapon to protect not only India but also our friendly countries across the world’ He said that the missile’s production in Lucknow, which became a reality through the efforts of Rajnath Singh, is a result of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Make in India’ vision and marks a proud moment for the nation.
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“BrahMos, developed in Lucknow through the efforts of Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, has become a symbol of national prosperity. Only when citizens are safe can they sleep peacefully, and the Lucknow-made missile ensures the safety and prosperity of the entire nation. I express my heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh for this,” he added.
Yogi then highlighted the success of the UP Defense Manufacturing Corridor. He recalled that it was first announced at the 2018 Investors Summit, with one of the two national corridors being given to Uttar Pradesh. Yogi added that work is underway across six nodes—Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Aligarh, Jhansi, and Chitrakoot—with major projects including BrahMos in Lucknow, Bharat Dynamics Limited in Jhansi, and AK-203 rifles in Amethi. Over 2,500 acres have been allotted so far. This in turn has provided employment to over 15,000 youth.
Yogi Adityanath calls Luck ‘a hub’ of the defense industry
Yogi described Lucknow as a hub of defense, industry, and development. He then noted that He that annual production of 100 missiles—to rise to 150—will generate ₹150–200 crore in GST,. This, in turn, will further boost the state and country’s economy. He also assured additional land for DRDO if required.
Rajnath Singh, Yogi Adityanath flag off BrahMos missiles
Rajnath Singh and Yogi Adityanath flagged off the first lot of BrahMos missiles produced at the Lucknow unit of BrahMos Aerospace Limited on Saturday. Speaking at the event, the UP CM called BrahMos ‘the most capable weapon to protect not only India but also our friendly countries across the world’ He said that the missile’s production in Lucknow, which became a reality through the efforts of Rajnath Singh, is a result of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Make in India’ vision and marks a proud moment for the nation.
Image credit : Government of UP | Yogi Adityanath speaking at the launch of BrahMos missiles
“BrahMos, developed in Lucknow through the efforts of Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, has become a symbol of national prosperity. Only when citizens are safe can they sleep peacefully, and the Lucknow-made missile ensures the safety and prosperity of the entire nation. I express my heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh for this,” he added.
Yogi then highlighted the success of the UP Defense Manufacturing Corridor. He recalled that it was first announced at the 2018 Investors Summit, with one of the two national corridors being given to Uttar Pradesh. Yogi added that work is underway across six nodes—Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Aligarh, Jhansi, and Chitrakoot—with major projects including BrahMos in Lucknow, Bharat Dynamics Limited in Jhansi, and AK-203 rifles in Amethi. Over 2,500 acres have been allotted so far. This in turn has provided employment to over 15,000 youth.
Yogi Adityanath calls Luck ‘a hub’ of the defense industry
Yogi described Lucknow as a hub of defense, industry, and development. He then noted that He that annual production of 100 missiles—to rise to 150—will generate ₹150–200 crore in GST,. This, in turn, will further boost the state and country’s economy. He also assured additional land for DRDO if required.
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