Publication

Feb 2004

This brief looks at the T-90S tank "Bhishma" that was showcased by the Indian Army in the 2004 Republic Day parade. The first Bhishma was assembled with Russian technical help, and handed over to the Army in the first week of January 2004. According to official sources, the indigenous production of Bhishma is set to commence by 2006/2007.

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Author Mallika Joseph
Series IPCS Issue Briefs
Issue 19
Publisher Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies (IPCS)
Copyright © 2004 Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies (IPCS)
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