J.S. Sodhi, a retired Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel, has expressed his strong endorsement for Russia as India's preferred partner in developing an advanced light tank.
In a recent interview with Sputnik India, Sodhi specifically highlighted the Sprut-SD technology's turret gun stabilization as a revolutionary development in the field of light tanks.
The former officer underscored Russia's established history of readily sharing critical defence technologies without imposing conditions, contrasting this favorably with the perceived hesitance of the United States to do the same.
Sodhi's comments highlight a potential avenue for a strategic collaboration between India and Russia in armored vehicle development. Leveraging the proven capabilities of the Sprut-SD platform, the two nations could embark on a joint venture to create a light tank customized to the Indian Army's unique operational needs.
This suggestion comes at a time when India is actively seeking to modernize its military equipment and reduce its dependence on foreign suppliers. A partnership with Russia on a project of this scale could be a significant step in achieving these goals, while also strengthening the longstanding defence ties between the two countries.
