Well Russia is also an example of no rational or transparent Military Budget. Russian forces get allocations and disbursements from the Czar based on his own objectives.
There is no real country as unique as India. One of the poorest in the world yet a top 10 Economy. Crumbling Infrastructure but yet a world beating Tech Industry and capability. Surrounded by Hostile Neighbours and fighting over 100 odd insurgent groups while growing GDP 7+% for over 2 decades. Top 10 Defence budget but failing healthcare system which is now a bigger national security threat than not having 126 MRCA's
We need unique solutions that fit India. We need efficiency and good governance.
Sorry sir but please bear me..
Everything you said is right but like i brought out this initially and many members have supported my thinking that why so many tanks?
What for do we need so many tanks?
Pakis have a decent Armoured corp i agree but will they have the money to fuel their machines like spare parts,missiles etc..i know they can get oil by bending on their back.
China cannot sustain a long tank battle in a two front war.
So why dont we use that money to fund our troops.
i am seriously thinking of running a campaign and asking for donations from common indian to help us equip our SF.
I am helpless but we indians can do it.If we get a approval from the govt and the donations help with tax rebates we can fund them in an year to world class standards.