S-400 Triumf Missile System

A contract has been signed on 05 October 2018 for delivery of S-400 system from Russia.

Government is aware of all developments that may impact procurement of Defence Equipment. Government takes sovereign decisions based on threat perception, operational and technological aspects to keep the Armed Forces in a state of readiness to meet the entire spectrum of security challenges. The deliveries are as per contractual timelines.

The S-400 Missile is a potent system in terms of its operational capability to provide continuous and effective air defence system to a very large area. With the   induction of this system, air defence capability of the nation will be significantly enhanced.

This information was given by Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Ajay Bhatt in a written reply to Shri Asaduddin Owaisi in Lok Sabha today.

PIB Release ID: 1777612