In a recent address at the Dabolim Dialogues, Vice Admiral Sanjay Mahindru (Retd) advocated for the Indian Navy to enhance its underwater capabilities by integrating hypersonic tactical missiles into the upcoming Project-76 submarines. He emphasized the need to move beyond conventional submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs), which follow predictable trajectories, to ensure tactical surprise against evolving threats in the Indo-Pacific. By drawing inspiration from South Korea’s KS-III program, Mahindru highlighted the benefits of hypersonic missiles capable of evading detection while delivering precision strikes from standoff distances. This integration would align with ongoing advancements by DRDO, potentially enhancing India’s strategic edge in maritime security as Project-76 progresses toward approval for the indigenous development of advanced submarines.