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As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares for a five-nation diplomatic tour beginning July 2, Brazil has expressed strong interest in India's cutting-edge Akash air defence system—hailed for its precision and reliability during Operation Sindoor.

India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), during a special briefing on Monday, confirmed that discussions on defence cooperation will be a central part of Modi’s visit to Brazil, where he will attend the 17th BRICS Summit from July 5 to 8. The broader diplomatic mission also includes stops in Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, and Namibia, wrapping up on July 9.

Brazil Explores Strategic Defence Ties with India

MEA Secretary (East) P. Kumaran revealed that Brazil is looking to collaborate on a wide range of defence platforms. These include secure battlefield communication systems, Garuda artillery guns, coastal surveillance tech, offshore patrol vessels, maintenance for Scorpene-class submarines, and notably, the Akash air defence system.

“There’s going to be talk on defence cooperation, avenues for joint research and training,” Kumaran said, emphasizing the growing global interest in India’s indigenous defence technologies.

Akash and the Rise of AI-Driven Warfare

Brazil’s interest follows the spotlight India’s air defence systems received during Operation Sindoor, when the Indian military neutralized a wave of aerial threats launched by Pakistan on the night of May 7–8. The attacks involved kamikaze drones and missiles targeting multiple Indian cities including Srinagar, Pathankot, Amritsar, and Bhuj.

Among the unsung heroes of the night was a next-gen system powered by artificial intelligence: Akashteer. Working in real time, it tracked, analyzed, and eliminated every threat with chilling precision.

According to Indian Army officials, the system demonstrated 100% accuracy, intercepting every hostile drone and missile that entered Indian airspace. Unlike traditional defence responses, Akashteer operated silently and intelligently—without flashes or noise.

“This invisible shield is Akashteer,” said an Army Major who supervised its operations at a forward location. “Every threat was detected. Every target was destroyed.”

Akashteer’s role as part of India’s next-generation air defence network has redefined modern battlefield strategy—offering not just response, but pre-emptive precision through AI integration.

Why the Akash System Stands Out

Alongside Akashteer, the Akash missile system, developed by DRDO, is a medium-range surface-to-air missile platform known for targeting aircraft, drones, and cruise missiles up to 45 km away. With a speed of Mach 3.5, the system is equipped with a Rajendra 3D radar array, capable of tracking 64 targets at once.

India has already deployed eight Akash squadrons in the Air Force and two regiments with the Army. Its variants—Akash-1S and the newer Akash-NG—offer even more enhanced accuracy, longer range, and stronger electronic countermeasure resistance.

A Snapshot of India’s Layered Air Defence

India employs a multi-tiered defence strategy combining imported and indigenous systems across various ranges:

Among these, the S-400 Triumf—dubbed India’s “Sudarshan Chakra”—remains key for long-range interception. However, the operational success of systems like Akash and Akashteer is now placing India at the forefront of AI-integrated battlefield innovation.

PM Modi’s Tour: A Platform for Strategic Growth

As Prime Minister Modi embarks on this significant diplomatic mission, India’s defence diplomacy is set to take center stage. With Brazil expressing clear interest in Indian systems following their proven performance, the stage is set for meaningful collaboration.