Delay in Joint Defence Projects with Russia The induction of aircraft carrier – Gorshkov/Vikramaditya has been delayed due to requirement of additional works and change in the scope of trials. The additional works will increase the service life of the aircraft carrier significantly. The delivery of the aircraft carrier has been rescheduled for December, 2012. The procurement of modern weapon systems is undertaken as per the approved requirements of the Armed Forces in terms of capabilities sought and time frame prescribed, from various indigenous as well as foreign sources, including Russia , in accordance with the Defence Procurement Procedure.   This information was given by Defence Minister Shri AK Antony in a written reply to Shri Shyamal Chakraborty in Rajya Sabha today.   FRIENDS, Indian navy urgently needs an aircraft carrier, as its only air craft carrier is not in a postion to serve more. This delay is going to cause more dam...