This government-to-government deal will contain 22 single-seater and four twin-seater planes, as well as a full package of fleet maintenance, logistical support, personnel training, and indigenous manufacturing components as offsetsread moreThis month, the Ministry of Defence is expected to complete a significant agreement for Rs 63,000 crore to purchase 26 Rafale M fighter planes for the Indian Navy. The Rafale M is the naval version of the French Rafale.According to sources, the agreement is nearing completion, and in the upcoming weeks, the Prime Minister’s Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) is anticipated to approve it.This government-to-government deal will contain 22 single-seater and four twin-seater planes, as well as a full package of fleet maintenance, logistical support, personnel training, and indigenous manufacturing components as offsets. The agreement also involves training for Navy troops.AdvertisementDeliveries of Rafale M planes are planned to begin about four years after the contract is finalised. The Indian Navy is expected to receive the first batch by the end of 2029, with the full order due to be finished by 2031.More from India
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India gives final nod to buy 26 Rafale M fighter jets from France for Indian Navy
