India and France have signed a major defense agreement, with India clinching a Rs 63,000 crore deal to buy 26 Rafale Marine planes for the Indian Navy. The agreement, which is a huge move to boost India’s naval power, was inked today.
Today, India and France signed a mega Rs 63,000 crore deal to buy 26 Rafale Marine aircraft for the Indian Navy. The Indian side was represented by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, where Navy Vice Chief Vice Admiral K Swaminathan was present
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Important Indian Representatives in the Agreement
The Indian side was headed by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, while Navy Vice Chief, Vice Admiral K Swaminathan, was also in attendance at the signing ceremony. The agreement is another strengthening of defense relations between the two countries.
Enhancing India’s Naval Air Capability
The acquisition of the 26 Rafale Marine jets will substantially enhance the air capability of the Indian Navy. The advanced jets are likely to grant India greater operational flexibility and enhance its naval deterrence in the region.
