Aircraft
Russia Could Grab Major Indian Helicopter Contracts
After leaders meet, Western bidders could be shut out of three pending requirements.
Russian president Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Photo: Indian Prime Minister’s Office)
Russian president Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Photo: Indian Prime Minister’s Office)

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was quick to reaffirm friendly ties during President Vladimir Putin’s visit to Delhi on December 11 by signing defense agreements that include possible licensed production of the Kamov Ka-226T helicopter. But Russia’s policy tilt toward Pakistan, with the lifting of an embargo on the supply of military hardware and the start of talks with Islamabad for the sale of Mi-35 helicopters, seems to have rung alarm bells in Delhi.


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