NEW DELHI (BNS): The Block-III version of the BRAHMOS supersonic cruise missile is likely to be inducted (in the Indian Defence forces) in the 12th plan, Defence Minister A K Antony told the Lok Sabha on Monday.He added that, the Block-I and II versions of the BRAHMOS missile are already in service with the Indian Army.
The Minister also informed Parliament that, the supersonic cruise missile has been tested successfully for application in Indian Navy and Army.
"On 2nd December 2010, Block-III version of the missile was test fired to establish the steep dive capability of the missile with large manoeuvres. The mission was accomplished successfully, establishing a unique capability of supersonic dive in mountain operations," A K Antony said, according to a PIB news report.
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