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Rafale Deal: India Sends LoR to France for 114 Jets

10 June 20261 min read
DEFENCE & SECURITYRafale Deal: IndiaSends LoR toFrance for 114 Jets10 June 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The Indian government formally asked France, through a Letter of Request, to supply Rafale jets for the Air Force in an inter-governmental arrangement.

Key facts

  • Document issued: Letter of Request (LoR) to France.
  • Quantity: 114 Rafale fighters for the Indian Air Force.
  • Deal type and size: government-to-government, roughly ₹3.25 lakh crore.
  • Make in India share: about 94 jets to be built locally through Dassault Aviation and an Indian company.

Significance

  • Boosts domestic defence manufacturing.
  • Strengthens the Air Force’s squadron strength.

Exam angle

  • Number of jets: 114; locally built: around 94.
  • Manufacturer: Dassault Aviation of France.
  • Route: government-to-government.

Test yourself

1. How many Rafale fighter jets are covered by India's Letter of Request to France?

The LoR is for 114 Rafale jets.

2. Approximately how many of the Rafale jets are proposed to be built in India?

Around 94 aircraft are to be made in India with Dassault and an Indian company.

3. Which company is the Rafale manufacturer in the India-France Letter of Request deal?

Dassault Aviation would partner an Indian company for local production.

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