Indian Army Enhances Air Defence with Igla-S MANPADS Acquisition
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Acquisition | Indian Army acquires Igla-S Man Portable Air Defence Systems (MANPADS) from Russia. |
| Quantity | 120 launchers and 400 missiles procured. |
| System Components | Includes 9M342 missile, 9P522 launching mechanism, 9V866-2 mobile test station, and 9F719-2 test set. |
| Agreement | Contract signed with Russia in November last year. |
| Local Production | Subsequent production to be localized in India, supporting self-reliance in defence manufacturing. |
| Deployment | Designed for high mountainous terrain along the northern border. |
| Current Status | First batch received by one regiment; further deliveries expected. |
| Selection Process | Initiated in 2010; Igla-S selected in 2018, manufactured by Russia's Rosoboronexport. |