All eyes on the Modi-Putin meeting ahead of the BRICS summit; will the Su-57 deal be sealed?

All eyes on the Modi-Putin meeting ahead of the BRICS summit; will the Su-57 deal be sealed?

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to arrive in India in 36 hours, ahead of the BRICS summit. Even before his visit, the biggest buzz surrounds the Su-57 fighter jet. Reports indicate that negotiations between India and Russia regarding a major deal to purchase 75 Su-57 jets have advanced significantly. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin are scheduled to meet in New Delhi on Friday, ahead of the BRICS summit. The two leaders could sign an agreement on the Sukhoi-57 during this meeting. If finalized, this deal—valued at approximately ₹1 lakh crore—could elevate India’s air power to new heights. In other words, India’s aerial strength would increase, raising concerns for Pakistan and China…