By Afiur
December 03, 2025
India accounts for 8.3% of global arms imports (2020–24), underscoring its reliance on foreign suppliers, with Russia remaining a central source. Top ImporterIndia accounts for 8.3% of global arms imp
Russia holds 7.8% of global arms exports (2020–24), ranking behind the United States and France but relying heavily on key buyers like India. Russia’s Export RankRussia holds 7.8% of global arms expor
India buys 38% of Russia’s total arms exports (2020–24), making it Moscow’s top customer and reinforcing long-standing defence ties. Largest BuyerIndia buys 38% of Russia’s total arms exports (2020–24
China and Kazakhstan follow with 17% and 11% of Russia’s exports, showing India’s significantly larger role in sustaining Russian defence sales. Other BuyersChina and Kazakhstan follow with 17% and 11
Russia supplies 36% of India’s total arms imports (2020–24), keeping it India’s biggest defence partner despite diversification to other suppliers. Primary SourceRussia supplies 36% of India’s total a
Israel provides 13% of India’s arms imports, reflecting India’s diversification trend while Russia still anchors its procurement profile. Third SupplierIsrael provides 13% of India’s arms imports, ref
India ordered 12 Su-30MK aircraft in 2024, reinforcing reliance on Russian platforms for frontline fighter and ground-attack capabilities. Aircraft PurchasesIndia ordered 12 Su-30MK aircraft in 2024,
India ordered 216 Igla-S missiles in 2020 and 400 in 2022, reflecting continued dependence on Russian systems for short-range air defence. Igla OrdersIndia ordered 216 Igla-S missiles in 2020 and 400
India ordered 17,500 Konkurs missiles (2021), 240 AL-31 turbofans and 101 RD-33 turbofans (2024), underscoring key Russian inputs for aircraft and anti-tank roles. Engine DealsIndia ordered 17,500 Kon
India procured 156 BMP-2 infantry vehicles in 2020, highlighting ongoing imports of Russian armoured platforms for mechanised forces. Armoured VehiclesIndia procured 156 BMP-2 infantry vehicles in 202