Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:39am on 09 Apr 2025,Wednesday Defence
India has approved a Rs 63,000-crore deal to procure 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets from France, aimed at strengthening its naval aviation capabilities. The aircraft will be deployed on aircraft carriers INS Vikrant and INS Vikramaditya, replacing the ageing fleet of MiG-29K jets by 2031. The deal includes 22 single-seater and 4 twin-seater variants, along with weapons, simulators, spares, and training. Sources say this strategic move will significantly enhance India's maritime strike power. The agreement is expected to be signed during the visit of French officials later this year, marking a major step in Indo-French defence cooperation. (PC: India Today)
