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Sep 10, 2020 11:55 AM IST | Source: Moneycontrol.com
Rafale induction ceremony LIVE: Rafales formally inducted into the Indian Air Force
Rafale induction ceremony LIVE updates: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is holding a ceremony at the Ambala air force station, to formally induct the first batch of Rafale fighter jets.
Rafale induction ceremony LIVE updates: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is hosting a ceremony at the Ambala airbase to formally induct first five Rafale fighter jets. Induction of these twin-engine modern fighters is being seen as a major boost to the IAF’s capabilities. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, his French counterpart Florence Parly and India’s top military brass are attending the ceremony. This is the first induction of a new type of foreign-origin fighter jets by IAF since a batch of the Sukhois were delivered in the late 1990s. Rafale is a multi-role combat aircraft. This means it can be deployed in various scenarios such as carrying out combat missions to achieve air superiority, close air support, in-depth strikes, reconnaissance, anti-ship strikes and nuclear deterrence. Catch the LIVE updates here:
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Rafale induction ceremony LIVE | JUST IN: The Rafale aircraft have been formally inducted into the Indian Air Force by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
Rafale induction ceremony LIVE | Florence Parly, French Minister of the Armed Forces: We will ensure timely delivery of remaining 31 Rafales. Our partnership will be even more crucial in the post-COVID world.
Rafale induction ceremony LIVE | Florence Parly, French Minister of the Armed Forces: Trust me, I know the Rafale is a powerful military aircraft as France uses it to protect its people.
Rafale induction ceremony LIVE | Florence Parly, French Minister of the Armed Forces: We are fully committed to the ‘Make in India’ initiative. It takes a lot of confidence for India to depend on France and it takes a confidence for France to share the technology that is so important to our sovereignty.
Rafale induction ceremony LIVE | Florence Parly, French Minister of the Armed Forces: Today is a stellar achievement for both our countries. We are writing a new chapter in India-France defence ties. The name ‘Rafale’ symbolises “incredible strength”. It also symbolises our ties.
Rafale induction ceremony LIVE | Defence Minister Rajnath Singh: The induction of Rafale into the IAF also represents the strong ties between India and France. The strategic ties between our two countries have also strengthened.
Rafale induction ceremony LIVE | Defence Minister Rajnath Singh: I am confident that induction of Rafales will revolutionise the Indian Air Force’s capabilities. With changing times, we need to stay prepared. National security remains a priority for this government.
Rafale induction ceremony LIVE | Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said that India’s Rafale deal with France is a “game changer”.
Rafale induction ceremony LIVE | Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria: I have no doubt that the ‘Golden Arrows’ (17 Squadron) can dominate whenever and wherever deployed.
Rafale induction ceremony LIVE | Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria said, “This ceremony also marks the operational induction of this aircraft into the Indian Air Force.”
Bhadauria thanked the French Air Force for its support during the delivery of the aircraft in July.