Question : PROCUREMENT OF T-90 TANKS FROM RUSSIA

(a) whether first installment of supply of T-90 tanks from Russia is likely to be receive shortly;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether Russia has also agreed for transfer of technology of T-90 tanks;

(d) if so, the details thereof;

(e) whether the Government have set up/identified the units in which the technology is likely to be utilised in the initial stage;

(f) if so, the details thereof; and

(g) the funds allocated in this regard during 2000-2001 and 2001-2002?

MINISTER OF DEFENCE (SHRI GEORGE FERNANDES)

(a) & (b): Yes, Sir. The first consignment of T-90 Tanks is likely to be received shortly.

(c) & (d): Yes, Sir. The transfer of technology will enable assembly and subsequent manufacture of T-90 tanks in India.

(e) & (f): Yes, Sir. Certain Defence production units have been identified for this purpose.

(g) Requisite funds have been earmarked for this purpose.