India received the initial shipment of Igla S MANPADS from Russia
Channel: Main Battle Tank
Date: 08/04/2024

India has taken significant strides in fortifying its air defense capabilities with the recent acquisition of a new batch of Igla-S Man Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS) from Russia. This procurement, aimed at bolstering the Indian Army's Very Short Range Air Defense (VSHORAD) capabilities, particularly along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), marks a crucial development in India's defensive strategy.