New Delhi, Sept. 10 -- Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu on Thursday said India and Russia have expanded discussions on manufacturing aircraft in the country, including turboprop IL-114 and Sukhoi Superjet 100 planes.

Speaking to reporters ahead of the BRICS Summit, Naidu said discussions were held with the Russian delegation regarding the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Russia for aircraft manufacturing in India.

He said the aircraft are compatible with India's regional connectivity requirements, especially with several airports being developed across the country.

Speaking to the reporters, Naidu said, "Regarding the Russian delegation, I would like to update you ...