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Defence Secretary Says Indigenous Fighter Programme Remains On Track
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh has stated that India’s procurement of additional Rafale aircraft will not impact the development of its indigenous fighter programme, the LCA Tejas Mark 1A. Singh outlined India’s strategy to strengthen fighter capabilities while advancing indigenous defence technology and manufacturing, with the Rafale deal set to create a second fighter production line in India. The remarks were made at the NDTV Defence Summit 2026, as reported by Unknown Source.