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To spread: weapons will strengthen the possibilities of Indian air defense again...

Under the threat of war with Pakistan: the Kremlin has transferred to India a new party of missiles "Igla-S"-the media

To spread: weapons will strengthen the possibilities of Indian air defense against the background of increased tension in relations with Pakistan. The rockets are deployed for advanced formations, also in the purchase plans for almost fifty Vshorads starting installations. This was reported in India Today. According to sources from the defense department, the new parties of Russian missiles of India received a few weeks ago.

They will be used to counteract hostile aircraft, UAVs and shock helicopters. It is noted that the contract was concluded within the limits of extraordinary powers and intended to increase the rocket potential of the Indian forces, especially on the Western Front with Pakistan. Similar arrangements have made air forces of the country, the Air Force seek to obtain additional equipment to strengthen the air defense air defense.

In addition, the India's army announced a tender for the purchase of 48 more VSHORADS launchers and about 90 missiles to them under the accelerated procedure. The possibility of purchasing new versions of Vshorads laser missiles is also considered. According to the media, the decision may be made "in the near future". It is noted that Russian rockets are part of the air defense systems and "play a decisive role" in India's air defense.

Igla-S is an advanced version of the Igla missile, which has been used since the 1990s. We will remind, Marshal Arjan Singh on May 5 stated that the aviation of India on the border with Pakistan was brought to a state of increased readiness. Modern fighters are ready for battle, also activated air defense systems. The media reported that Pakistan was critically lacking in artillery ammunition through agreements on the supply of weapons to Ukraine.