Dr. Jaiteerth Joshi Appointed New Chief of BrahMos Aerospace: Dr. Jaiteerth Raghavendra Joshi has been appointed as the new Chief of BrahMos Aerospace, marking a crucial moment for the defence sector. Starting December 1, 2024, Dr. Joshi will succeed Atul Dinkar Rane, who has led the company since 2021. This leadership change represents a crucial step forward for BrahMos Aerospace, a joint venture between India and Russia.
Known for its advanced cruise missile systems, the organization is central to enhancing India’s defense capabilities. With his extensive expertise in missile technology, Dr. Joshi is set to lead the company into an era of innovation and progress.Aspect | Details |
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New Chief | Dr. Jaiteerth Raghavendra Joshi |
Effective Date | December 1, 2024 |
Predecessor | Atul Dinkar Rane (served since 2021) |
Company Headquarters | New Delhi, India |
Company Origin | Joint venture between India's DRDO and Russia’s NPO Mashinostroyeniya |
Key Products | BrahMos Cruise Missile (Mach 2.8, 800 km range), BrahMos-II (Hypersonic) |
Dr. Joshi's Qualifications | BTech in Mechanical Engineering (Osmania University), PhD in Mechanical Engineering (NIT Warangal) |
Focus Areas | Development of BrahMos-II, advancing missile technology, enhancing India’s defense capabilities |
Global Significance | Strengthening India-Russia defense collaboration and global recognition of missile systems |
BrahMos Aerospace is a collaboration between India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Russia’s NPO Mashinostroyeniya .