GENERAL15 Sept 2026
Army chief Dhiraj Seth heads to Russia amid push to deepen defence ties
Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth is visiting Russia to hold talks with its military leadership. They will discuss spare parts and supplies for Russian-origin equipment the Indian Army already runs, plus upgrades and new platforms Moscow is offering. Both countries want to move beyond plain buying and selling into joint production. For Indian businesses, closer defence ties may open supplier and partnership chances later.
Key Statutory Highlights
- General Dhiraj Seth, the Chief of Army Staff, is travelling to Russia for an official visit and meetings with senior military leadership.
- A key topic is the availability of spare parts and supplies for Russian-origin equipment the Indian Army currently operates.
- India and Russia are looking at joint production and technology cooperation, moving past the traditional buyer-seller framework.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If your firm works in defence components, spares or engineering services, keep an eye on official Ministry of Defence updates and keep your vendor paperwork ready. Treat any business opening as unconfirmed until it is formally notified.
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