Ambala: The first batch of five Rafale fighter jets at the Ambala airbase of the Indian Air Force formally inducted the Indian Air Force today. This has been done when tensions between India and China continue in eastern Ladakh.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, his French counterpart Florence Parley, Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria and Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar were part of the ceremony. Under the agreement with France, the first consignment of Rafale fighter jet reached Ambala airbase in July which included 5 Rafale. The French defence minister was also accompanied by some representatives of the defence manufacturing industry.
Rafale fighter aircraft was given salute with water canon at Ambala airbase. Salute given to all 5 Rafale aircraft. With the launch of the flypast, fighter aircraft Rafael also showed tricks in the sky. Let me tell you that 5 Rafale fighter aircraft have joined the Indian Air Force.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that our objective behind the strengthening of defence has always been the desire for world peace and it is still today. In this way, our country is committed not to take any step which can disturb the peace anywhere. We expect the same from our neighbours and the rest of the world. He said that it also represents a great example of government’s commitment to maintain its border security and territorial integrity.
At the same time, French Defence Minister Florence Parle said that today is an achievement for our countries. Together we are writing a new chapter in Indo-French defence relations.
