India Thursday rejected a report that artillery shells sold by Indian arms makers have been diverted by European customers to Ukraine, calling it inaccurate and mischievous.
”We have seen the Reuters report. It is speculative and misleading. It implies violations by India, where none exist and, hence, is inaccurate and mischievous,” MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said here in response to questions.
He said India has an impeccable track record of compliance with international obligations on the export of military and dual use items.
”India has been carrying out its defence exports taking into account its international obligations on non-proliferation and based on its own robust legal and regulatory framework, which includes a holistic assessment of relevant criteria, including end user obligations and certifications,” he added.
The news report had also stated that New Delhi has also not intervened to stop the trade despite protests from Moscow.