Economy
India May Finalize Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft Deal by Financial Year
The Hindu56m
THE BRIEF
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Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh announced that India may finalize the multi-role fighter aircraft deal within the current financial year.
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In February 2026, India cleared a proposal to procure 114 Rafale fighter jets under a government-to-government framework with France.
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The Air Chief Marshal stated that Russia has offered Su-57 jets as an alternative platform if the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft programme faces delays.