India’s Airpower Crisis: 114 Rafales Won’t Be Enough | The Chanakya Dialogues Major Gaurav Arya |

India’s Airpower Crisis: 114 Rafales Won’t Be Enough | The Chanakya Dialogues Major Gaurav Arya |

In this The Capsule episode on The Chanakya Dialogues Major Gaurav Arya breaks down the Indian Air Force’s proposal to acquire 114 Rafale fighter jets in a deal worth nearly ₹2 lakh crore. He explains why six additional Rafale squadrons, though significant, will not be enough to bridge the widening gap in India’s squadron strength. Arya highlights how retirements of MiG-21 Bison, Jaguars, Mirage-2000, and MiG-29 over the next decade could reduce the IAF’s strength from 31 squadrons to just 19, far below the authorized 42. He questions India’s piecemeal approach, urging for a bulk purchase of at least 10 Rafale squadrons to secure technology transfer, better pricing, and long-term airpower stability. The discussion also covers delays in Tejas deliveries due to engine dependencies on the US, and the risk of India falling behind China, which is already preparing sixth and seventh generation fighters.

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