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08-07-2025
- Business
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Ukraine war, sanctions cast shadow on Indo-Russian joint venture for 200 choppers
The Indo-Russian project to build 200 Kamov helicopters in India has hit a standstill due to the Ukraine war, Western sanctions on Russia, and post-pandemic supply chain issues, according to a report. As the joint venture faces delays, India's HAL is shifting its focus to developing its own helicopter models. read more The Indo-Russian joint venture to build 200 Kamov helicopters in India has stalled due to the Ukraine war, Western sanctions on Russia, and supply chain disruptions after the Covid pandemic, The Times of India reported citing officials. India and Russia signed an agreement for the project in 2015. Later, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Russian Helicopters formed a joint venture called Indo-Russian Helicopters Limited (IRHL) to carry it out. 'The Russians have had their own issues with their war with Ukraine and subsequent sanctions on them. They faced issues securing parts - particularly those previously sourced from Europe. Even the engine was coming from Europe. Now they are testing with their own engine,' HAL CMD DK Sunil said to Times of India, adding that HAL has been told the status of certification would be shared by the end of this year. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Sunil said the Russians had even agreed to the requirement of 70 per cent local manufacturing for the helicopters, but they needed more time. Of the planned 200 helicopters, 135 are for the Army and 65 for the Air Force. 'We've asked them for more details. Right now, things are uncertain. We'll wait to see their certification status before deciding,' Sunil said. With the joint venture still stalled, HAL is focusing more on its own helicopter projects — the Light Utility Helicopter (LUH), Light Combat Helicopter (LCH), and the upcoming Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH). Sunil said HAL's new helicopter complex in Tumakuru, Karnataka, is already producing the LUH and will gradually become the main hub for future helicopter production. 'We've built eight LUHs there so far. The LCH will also move there in phases. Eventually, our 12-tonne IMRH will be built there too,' he said. Once fully operational, the Tumakuru facility will help reduce the workload on HAL's Bengaluru helicopter division, which will continue making the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv.
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Time of India
INS Tamal enters duty: Russia-built stealth frigate boosts Navy's edge
India has inducted INS Tamal, a stealth frigate built under the Indo-Russian Project 1135.6, into its Western Fleet. Armed with BrahMos missiles, Kamov helicopters, and electronic warfare systems, INS Tamal brings radar-evading capabilities and lethal firepower to the Indian Navy. Her motto: Victory always and everywhere Show more Show less
