India today signed a defence deal with France to procure 26 Rafale Marine fighter Jets. The deal was signed in New Delhi in the presence of officials from the Defence Ministry and the French government.
Out of 26 Rafale Marine Jets, 22 will be single seater and four double seater and these will be designed and prepared as per the requirement of the Indian Navy. With the induction of Rafale Marine Jets, the strength of the Navy will increase manifold and these fighter aircraft will be deployed in aircraft carriers like INS Vikramaditya and INS Vikrant. Rafale will be equipped with advanced weapon systems and missiles.