Air Defence Systems of China & Pak No Match for India’s BrahMos: Expert
In a recent statement, American urban warfare expert, Colonel (Retd) John Spencer, has hailed India’s precision strikes against Pakistan’s air bases using the BrahMos missile, saying that the defence systems of China and Pakistan are no match for India’s advanced weapon systems. According to Colonel Spencer, the BrahMos missile has proven to be a game-changer in the region, showcasing India’s capabilities to strike anywhere in Pakistan at any time.
Operation Sindoor, as the Indian military operation was codenamed, has sent a clear message to both China and Pakistan that India’s air defence systems are far superior to theirs. The BrahMos missile, which is a joint venture between India and Russia, has been a key component of India’s military strategy, particularly in the wake of the escalating tensions with Pakistan.
BrahMos, which is a supersonic cruise missile, has been designed to destroy heavily fortified targets with precision. With a top speed of Mach 2.8, the BrahMos missile is nearly impossible to intercept, making it a formidable weapon in the hands of the Indian military. The missile’s range is also impressive, with a maximum distance of 300 kilometers, allowing it to strike targets deep within Pakistani territory.
Colonel Spencer’s comments come at a time when tensions between India and Pakistan are running high. The two nations have been engaged in a series of skirmishes along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir, and the situation has been volatile in recent months. The Indian military has been on high alert, and the deployment of the BrahMos missile has sent a clear message to Pakistan that any aggression will be met with swift and decisive action.
Pakistan has been relying heavily on its Chinese-made air defence systems, including the FD-2000 and HQ-9 surface-to-air missile systems. However, Colonel Spencer believes that these systems are no match for India’s BrahMos missile. “Chinese air defence systems and missiles are sub-par vis-à-vis India’s systems…India’s message was clear. It can hit anywhere in Pakistan anytime,” he said in an interview.
The FD-2000 and HQ-9 systems are considered to be among the most advanced air defence systems in the world. However, they have faced numerous challenges in recent years, including malfunctioning radar systems and inadequate training for Pakistani military personnel. In contrast, the BrahMos missile has been in service with the Indian military for several years and has a proven track record of success.
The Indian military has been leveraging the BrahMos missile to great effect in recent years. In 2019, India successfully tested the BrahMos missile from a Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jet, demonstrating its ability to strike targets at long range. The missile has also been used to destroy enemy targets in the Indian Ocean, showcasing its versatility and range.
The BrahMos missile is not just a weapon system; it is a symbol of India’s military prowess and its ability to deter aggression from its neighbors. China and Pakistan are well aware of the BrahMos missile’s capabilities, and they have been working to develop their own air defence systems to counter it.
However, Colonel Spencer believes that China and Pakistan are unlikely to be able to match India’s BrahMos missile anytime soon. “China and Pakistan will continue to struggle to develop air defence systems that can match India’s BrahMos. They will continue to try, but they won’t be able to catch up,” he said.
The BrahMos missile has sent a clear message to China and Pakistan that India is a force to be reckoned with. The missile’s precision and range have given India a significant advantage over its neighbors, and it is unlikely to be surpassed anytime soon.
In conclusion, Colonel Spencer’s comments have sent a clear message to China and Pakistan that India’s BrahMos missile is a game-changer in the region. The missile’s precision and range have given India a significant advantage over its neighbors, and it is unlikely to be surpassed anytime soon. The BrahMos missile is a symbol of India’s military prowess and its ability to deter aggression from its neighbors.
