The Path Unexplored: Success Mantra of BrahMos

Dr. A Sivanthu Pillai, Distinguished Scientist & the architect of BRAHMOS supersonic cruise missile joint venture with Russia, is the Chief Controller, DRDO for Naval Systems and CEO & MD of BrahMos Aerospace. He contributed in the development of rocket motors for SLV-3 –the first Satellite Launch Vehicle of India, as a core team member of the project at Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Thiruvananthapuram. Later, he was Programme Director for Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme at DRDL, Hyderabad where he contributed in the development of critical technologies using a network of academic institutions, R&D labs and industries which helped realizing Agni, Prithvi, Nag, Trishul and Akashmissiles. He was also instrumental in development and induction of indigenous underwater sensors and weapon systems in Indian Navy. Dr. Pillai, is the author of any technical papers, and co-author of the book “Envisioning an Empowered Nation” with Dr. A.P.J. Abbdul Kalam and authored book “Technology Leadership: A revolution in the making” He is recipient of various national and international awards including Padmashree and Fellow/Member of professional societies.