NEW DELHI (PTI): In the backdrop of the Russian Navy backing out of a joint exercise with the Indian Navy at the last minute, Navy Chief Admiral Nirmal Verma will travel to Moscow next month for discussions with the country's top military leadership.
The Navy chief will meet the top military leadership of Russia and discuss ongoing military projects such as the retrofit of Admiral Gorshkov and construction of the three Talwar class frigates there, officials said here.
The two sides are also likely to discuss the last-minute decision by Russian Navy not to hold an exercise with Indian Navy ships, which had gone there for a joint drill, they said.
The Navy chief had expressed "element of disappointment" after the exercises were not held at the final stages.
The Navy chief is also likely to discuss the delivery schedule of the Akula Class Nerpa nuclear submarines and the aircraft carrier Admiral Gorshkov.
Under a confidential pact, India is leasing an Akula Class submarine from Russia, which is expected to be delivered by the end of this year.
At present, Defence Secretary Pradeep Kumar along with Defence Production Secretary Rajkumar Singh are in Russia to discuss the bilateral defence ties.
Officials said there will be a number of visits by senior Indian officials to Russia before the summit-level meeting between the heads of states in December.
Indian Navy Chief visiting Moscow next month
Article Posted on : - Jun 17, 2011
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