India, Russia defence logistics sharing pact likely to be signed by year-end – The Economic Times.
Following the agreement, Russians could use ports like Mumbai and Vishakhapatnam for refuelling. India, of course, could do the same, when it came to Russian ports and airbases. This includes access to northern route and ports in Russian part of Arctic. India is looking at an Arctic station in near future and Russia could be a partner. Russia has also assured India access to energy resources in the vast Arctic region.m.economictimes.com/news/defence/india-russia-def-logistics-sharing-pact-by-year-end/articleshow/77094253.cms