Russia proposes its Su-57 fighter jet for India. What does it mean for AMCA?

This edition of Battle Cry explores Russia’s proposal to supply India with the Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, offering full technology transfer and local manufacturing. Military experts weigh in on the offer ahead of the 23rd India-Russia annual summit between PM Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin. Vice Admiral Shekhar Sinha cautions that while acquiring two squadrons as a stopgap is acceptable, the deal may not be beneficial if it undermines India’s indigenous AMCA programme.