Russian army delegation visits key military logistics' installations in Agra

LUCKNOW: An army delegation from Russia visited the key military logistics' installations and the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra as it wrapped up its two-day tour to the Uttar Pradesh city on Friday.

The five-member delegation, led by Major General Andrei Kozlov, Chief of the Directorate of the Military Railway Service of the Eastern Military District, visited the Army Base Workshop and the Central Ordnance Depot in Agra, an official release issued here said.

The delegation was briefed about the modernised logistics installation, which provides important electrical and technical equipment to the Indian Army, it said.


The visit of the Russian delegation to various Indian Army logistics establishment further strengthens the cooperation and military ties between the two nations, the release said.

India and Russia have a history of strong strategic, military, economic and diplomatic relations, which has witnessed further growth and development in the recent times, it said.

Before returning to Delhi, the delegation visited the Taj Mahal, the release said.