Indo-Russian joint venture handed over 27,000 Ak-203 assault rifles to Indian Army

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Category : National Published on: May 28 2024

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The Indian Army has started receiving the Russian AK-203 assault rifles after the deal with Russia saw back-to-back delays, partly due to the war in Ukraine and payment delays.
The Indian Army has received a shipment of AK-203 assault rifles, produced through an Indo-Russian joint venture.
Although the delivery had been postponed due to multiple issues, such as the war in Ukraine and payment disputes, this milestone signifies advancement in India's quest for defense self-reliance and highlights the robust defense collaboration between India and Russia.

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Indo-Russian joint venture handed over 27,000 Ak-203 assault rifles to Indian Army