The Indian Army has strengthened its short-range air defense capabilities with the receipt of a fresh batch of Russian-origin Igla-S shoulder-fired missiles. The acquisition, estimated at around ₹260 crore, was conducted under emergency procurement powers to address immediate operational needs.

The Indian government has initiated the procurement process for the next-generation Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS), aiming to bolster the nation’s air defence capabilities. The Ministry of Defence has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for 48 launchers, 48 night-vision sights, 85 missiles, and one missile test station under the “Buy”