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France Offers India ₹3.25 Lakh Crore Rafale Deal

August 10, 2026

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Key Takeaways

France offers India 114 Rafale fighter aircraft.
Estimated ₹3.25 lakh crore deal could be India's largest defence contract.
Most aircraft would be manufactured in India.
Deal includes technology transfer and industrial partnership.

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Strategic Implications

This proposal may signal a significant shift in India's defence procurement strategy, with a focus on manufacturing and technology transfer. The deal could indicate a strengthening of the India-France defence relationship, which suggests a potential increase in cooperation on future defence projects.

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What Happened

India Evaluates Biggest Defence Contract In History

The French government has submitted a formal proposal to India for 114 Rafale fighter aircraft, valued at an estimated ₹3.25 lakh crore. The deal, which could become one of the largest defence contracts in India’s history, includes the manufacturing of most aircraft in India and technology transfer. The Indian Air Force urgently needs fighters, with its combat-fleet strength having fallen to roughly 30 squadrons. The proposal was reported by SP Guide Publications.

Source | Originally Published: July 29, 2026

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