Russia's big gift to India, Putin's big decision Donald Trump's tension increases: Russia has offered two passenger aircraft, 'Superjet-100' and 'Il-114-300', to India. Notably, both these aircraft are entirely based on Russian technology, and they also feature the imprint of India's tricolor. Russia claims this could be a great opportunity to boost India's aviation industry.
Currently, India primarily relies on Western countries for passenger aircraft. However, if an agreement is reached with Russia, India could gain a new option, and trade relations between the two countries could be strengthened.
On the other hand, due to the purchase of Russian oil, the United States has imposed a 50% tariff on India. This has increased tensions in India-US relations, and India's exports have also declined. During this time, India's dealings with China and Russia are rapidly increasing. With a direct offer of aircraft from Russia, the US is likely to become more uneasy. Overall, in the changing global situation, it is clear that India is seeking new options.
In Brief
Russia offered two passenger planes to India – ‘Superjet-100’ and ‘Il-114-300’
Both planes are entirely based on Russian technology
The planes were imprinted with India's tricolor
Russia believes this is a great opportunity to boost India's aviation industry
Currently, India heavily relies on Western countries for passenger planes
If an agreement is reached with Russia, India will have a new alternative aircraft supplier