"From our side, we are ready to sign the agreement in the near future," Russian Helicopters said. The company, which is a part of Russian state conglomerate Rostec, would not comment on the details or timings of the deal. "The Kamov-226 helicopters can be put to military and civilian use. The agreement will also allow Russia and India to create new aviation equipment for export to other countries, Russian helicopters said.HAL did not respond to a request for comment. India would produce 140 of the helicopters and Russia the remaining 60, sources said.

Source: Times of India September 27, 2016 15:06 UTC