Defence sources stated conversations with Russia are underway to get these rockets in considerable numbers|Picture Credit: VITALY NEVAR
The Ministry of Defence is anticipated to think about a proposition from the Indian Air Force (IAF) to acquire rockets worth around Rs 10,000 crore for its S-400 ‘Sudarshan chakra’ air defence systems at an upcoming Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) conference set up for October 23, defence sources stated.
This procurement intends to considerably reinforce India’s air defence abilities following the S-400’s effective functional release throughout Operation Sindoor. Because four-day dispute, the S-400 supposedly lowered 5 to 6 Pakistani fighter airplane and a monitoring drone at varieties surpassing 300 km inside Pakistani area.
Defence sources stated conversations with Russia are underway to obtain these rockets in considerable numbers, enhancing India’s layered air defence guard.
India had actually signed a handle Russia in 2018 to buy 5 squadrons of the S-400 system. 3 of these have actually currently been provided and are completely functional. The shipment of the staying 2 squadrons was postponed due to the continuous dispute in between Russia and Ukraine.
India is now pushing for the shipment of the last 2 squadrons and is likewise checking out the possibility of getting extra S-400 systems along with next-generation S-500 systems, sources stated.
In addition to the S-400 rocket purchase, the Indian side is likewise in talks with Russia to acquire sophisticated air-to-air rockets to improve its beyond visual variety (BVR) fight abilities.
Continuous conversations in between the 2 nations likewise consist of upgrades to the BrahMos supersonic cruise rocket and its variations, showing the more comprehensive tactical defence collaboration in between New Delhi and Moscow.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is anticipated to check out India in December, throughout which defence cooperation is most likely to be a crucial focus of bilateral talks.
Released on October 21, 2025
