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India Enhances Air Defence with Fourth S-400 Squadron Delivery
India receives fourth S-400 squadron, bolstering long-range air defence capabilities
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India has received its fourth squadron of the S-400 Sudarshan air defence missile system from Russia, enhancing its long-range air defence capabilities. This addition, part of a 2018 agreement, is crucial for countering aerial threats and complements the existing operational units.
- 01The fourth S-400 squadron includes 16 vehicles, consisting of command-and-control systems, radar units, and missile launchers.
- 02India has contracted for a total of five S-400 squadrons, with 60 launchers and 6,000 missiles capable of engaging targets from 120 km to 380 km.
- 03The S-400 system is known for its advanced capabilities to detect and neutralize various aerial threats, including aircraft and missiles.
- 04The delivery of the fourth squadron was delayed due to disruptions caused by the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
- 05India's Defence Acquisition Council has approved the procurement of five additional S-400 squadrons, indicating a commitment to bolstering air defence.
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India has bolstered its long-range air defence capabilities with the recent delivery of the fourth squadron of the S-400 Sudarshan missile system from Russia. This squadron, which arrived recently, is expected to be operational shortly. The S-400 system is a critical element of India's air defence strategy, with each squadron comprising 16 vehicles, including advanced radar and missile launchers. The contract signed in 2018 includes a total of five squadrons, with the fourth now delivered, and only one remaining. Each squadron can deploy a total of 128 missiles, enhancing India's ability to counter various aerial threats. The S-400 is recognized globally for its advanced capabilities in detecting and neutralizing fighter jets, drones, and missiles. Additionally, India is pursuing indigenous air defence solutions through Project Kusha, aimed at developing a homegrown system with similar capabilities to the S-400. This initiative is supported by local defence manufacturers, including Solar Industries.
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The delivery of the S-400 squadron enhances India's defensive capabilities against aerial threats, impacting national security.
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