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India Boosts Air Force with 97 LCA Tejas Jets Purchase

8/21/2025

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India has approved the purchase of 97 LCA Tejas Mark 1A fighter jets for Rs 62,000 crore, enhancing Air Force capabilities.
This order adds to a previous purchase of 83 jets, totaling 180 to replace the MiG-21 fleet.
The Tejas Mark 1A includes 65% indigenous components, promoting self-reliance in defense manufacturing.
Future plans involve orders for over 200 LCA Mark 2 jets and the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).
The Defence Acquisition Council also approved modernization for 84 Su-30MKI fighters and is considering additional Rafale jets.

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India has approved the purchase of 97 LCA Tejas Mark 1A fighter jets for Rs 62,000 crore, enhancing Air Force capabilities.
This order adds to a previous purchase of 83 jets, totaling 180 to replace the MiG-21 fleet.
The Tejas Mark 1A includes 65% indigenous components, promoting self-reliance in defense manufacturing.
Future plans involve orders for over 200 LCA Mark 2 jets and the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).
The Defence Acquisition Council also approved modernization for 84 Su-30MKI fighters and is considering additional Rafale jets.