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Indian Army receives Russian-origin Igla-S shoulder-fired air defence missiles tension with Pakistan Pahalgam attack

Indian Army receives Russian-origin Igla-S shoulder-fired air defence missiles tension with Pakistan Pahalgam attack

The Indian Army has received new supplies of missiles from Russia amid ongoing tension with Pakistan over the Pahalgam attack, which killed 26 people, mostly tourists. New Delhi: Amid rising tensions with Pakistan following the Pahalgam attack, the Indian Army has received fresh supplies of the Russian-made Igla-S missiles, significantly enhancing its capabilities. These Very Short Range Air Defence Systems (VSHORADS) play a crucial role in the Army’s air defense strategy.  The new supplies of the Igla-S missiles have been received as part of a contract inked under the emergency procurement powers given by the government to the forces. The new supplies of the Igla-S air defence missiles have been received by the Indian Army a couple of weeks ago and are being provided to the forward formations for taking care of the threat from enemy fighter aircraft, choppers and drones on the borders, defence sources told news agency ANI. Igla-S missiles to boost Indian Army’s strength The contract, valued at approximately Rs 260 crore, is expected to enhance the air defense capabilities of Indian …