Army repairs defective Russian anti-aircraft missiles

quot;Despite lack of technology transfer we have been able to successfuly repair the defective missiles,quot; Lt Gen S K Jain, Director General of the Corps of EME said. Due to delay in technology transfer, India is yet to create overhauling facilities for these major missile systems.

quot;Reoptimisation has restored these vital equipment to their original operation characteristics thereby enhancing their life and saving precious resources,quot; Gen Jain said.

The Director General of the Corp of EME said besides this Army has been able to repower some of the heaviest imported vehicles by utilising indigenous engines. These vehicles are used to haul major weapon platforms and even multiple tanks and artillery guns.

India acquired IGLA missiles from Russia in early 908217;s to offset Pakistan8217;s acquisition of Stringer missiles obtained clandestinely through Afghan Mujahideen groups.