India Approves ₹63,000 Crore Rafale M Purchase from France to Strengthen Naval Aviation
In a major development for India’s defense capabilities, the government has approved the acquisition of 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets from France, in a deal estimated at over ₹63,000 crore (approximately $7.3 billion). The agreement was finalized under a government-to-government framework. It is set to be signed soon. This follows the green light from the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS). The Indian Navy will receive 22 single-seat and 4 twin-seat variants of the carrier-based Rafale M aircraft. Deliveries are expected to begin by late 2029 and will continue until 2031. The jets will significantly enhance the Indian Navy’s aerial combat…
