Archive · 14 Jan 2026
India to consider 114 Rafale jets deal
India is thinking about buying 114 Rafale fighter jets from France.
This deal is worth a lot of money, around ₹3.25 lakh crore.
Most of these jets will be made in India, and they will have some parts made in India too.
India also wants to add its own weapons and systems to these jets.
This is important because it will make India's air force stronger and help India make more of its own defence equipment.
France might also set up a place in Hyderabad to fix and maintain the jet engines.
India already has 36 Rafale jets and is planning to get more, making it the biggest defence deal ever for India.
India to consider acquiring 114 Rafale fighter jets from France worth ₹3.25 lakh crore.
Most jets to be manufactured in India with around 30% indigenous content.
Proposal includes 12 to 18 jets in fly-away condition for immediate use.
India aims to integrate Indian-developed weapons and systems on the Rafale platform.
France may set up an MRO facility in Hyderabad for Rafale engine maintenance.
- Who
- India, France, Dassault Aviation, Tata
- What
- Proposed acquisition of 114 Rafale fighter jets
- When
- Deliberations to take place this week
- Where
- India, France
- Why
- To boost combat strength, self-reliance, and defence manufacturing
Pro-Indigenous Production
Pro-International Options
Manufacturing Location
Pro-Indigenous Production
Most jets should be manufactured in India to boost local industry and self-reliance.
Pro-International Options
Consider international options like US and Russian fifth-generation fighters for advanced technology.
- Estimated Deal Value
- ₹3.25 lakh crore
- Number of Jets
- 114
- Indigenous Content
- Around 30%
- Fly-Away Jets
- 12 to 18
- Existing Rafale Fleet
- 36
- Total Rafale Count
- 176
- Proposed MRO Facility Location
- Hyderabad
- Dedicated Subsidiary
- Dassault Aviation
Sources
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