ISLAMABAD: Indian defence authorities have issued a Notice to Airmen(NOTAM) indicating preparations for a missile test, with speculationmounting over a trial of the advanced BrahMos supersonic cruise missile.The alert, covering a restricted airspace of approximately 475 kilometresin the Bay of Bengal, has been disseminated through official channels,prompting regional vigilance amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
The NOTAM, effective from early November 2025, aligns with India’s frequentvalidations of indigenous and joint-venture weapon systems. Defenceanalysts attribute the timing to enhancements in the BrahMos platform, aproduct of Indo-Russian collaboration, renowned for its Mach 3 speed andmulti-platform launch capabilities. This development underscores NewDelhi’s commitment to bolstering strategic deterrence.
Regional observers, including in Pakistan, view the exercise as a routineaffirmation of military readiness, yet it heightens scrutiny oncross-border stability. No official confirmation from Indian sources hasbeen forthcoming, but the alert’s parameters suggest an air-launchedvariant, potentially extending operational reach beyond 450 kilometres.
Such tests, while standard, contribute to the evolving security dynamics inSouth Asia, emphasising the need for transparent communication betweenneighbours to avert miscalculations.
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