The Ka-226T helicopters which India is procuring from traditional ally Russia has been in the news due to allegations that the Indian side delaying in signing the contract.
Now the reports have emerged that the contract for the supply and production localization of Kamov Ka-226T helicopters for the Indian Ministry of Defense might be signed in the next six months according to Rosoboronexport CEO Alexander Mikheyev.
тАЬA joint venture has been created. The helicopterтАЩs (Ka 226T ) appearance is being updated based on the requirements of the Indian Ministry of Defense. We hope to complete the project and sign a contract in the next six months,тАЭ Mikheyev said.
According to Mikheyev, тАЬthe work on this helicopter has already begun,тАЭ and the terms are being formed based on the procedures adopted by the Indian Ministry of Defense.
