SOURCE: IDRW.ORG TEAM
A recent video emerging from Ukraine has sparked a flurry of discussions around India’s possible involvement in supplying ammunition to the war-torn nation. The video reportedly shows Ukrainian gunners preparing a 120mm mortar shell manufactured by Munitions India Limited (MIL), a state-owned defense enterprise.
While India has maintained a neutral stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, avoiding direct arms supplies, this discovery suggests a potential indirect route. Sources close to idrw.org claim that these shells were initially supplied to the Czech Republic. Interestingly, Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala previously announced the arrival of artillery ammunition in Ukraine, with the first batch reportedly comprising 180,000 shells. Subsequent deliveries are expected to consist of batches between 50,000-100,000 pieces per month, according to Defense Express.
The type of Indian ammunition seen in the video is likely either the M107 or ERFB-BT shell, both known for their simplicity and effectiveness. These 120mm mortar shells typically contain around 2.5kg of TNT and are detonated upon impact.
India has recently witnessed a surge in orders for its artillery shells, particularly from Saudi Arabia and European nations. Ukrainian military officials reportedly hold these Indian-made munitions in higher regard compared to those supplied by China and Pakistan.
While the video offers intriguing evidence, the exact details of the ammunition transfer process remain unclear. Further investigation is needed to determine the official channels through which the Indian shells reached Ukraine.
As the situation in Ukraine continues to evolve, India’s role in this complex geopolitical landscape will be closely monitored. Whether India chooses to maintain its official neutrality or adopt a more nuanced approach remains to be seen. Only time will tell if the sighting of Indian mortar shells in Ukraine marks a one-time event or the beginning of a more significant shift in India’s position on the conflict.
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