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India-France Sign ₹63,000 Crore Deal for 26 Rafale Marine Jets

India and France have signed a ₹63,000 crore deal for 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets, enhancing India's naval capabilities

The agreement was finalized in Delhi, with Indian Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Navy Vice Chief Vice Admiral K. Swaminathan representing India

The Rafale Marine jets will operate from India's indigenous aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant, bolstering maritime security

The deal includes 22 single-seat and 4 twin-seat Rafale-M jets, along with weapons, simulators, crew training, and five-year performance-based logistics support

Deliveries are expected to commence by the end of 2029 and complete by 2031, enhancing India's naval fleet over time

Deliveries are expected to commence by the end of 2029 and complete by 2031, enhancing India's naval fleet over time

The agreement includes provisions for the indigenous manufacturing of components, supporting India's 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative

This deal deepens the strategic defence relationship between India and France, reinforcing bilateral ties

The Rafale-M jets will replace the aging MiG-29K fleet, enhancing operational efficiency and combat readiness

The acquisition aims to bolster India's maritime security, addressing growing concerns in the Indian Ocean region

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