IAF readies 114 MRFA tender, urgently eyes 40 more Rafales

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is preparing a tender for 114 Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) to address fleet shortfalls. Facing delays and retirements, the IAF is also urgently considering a fast-track purchase of 40 additional Rafale jets from France. This aims to quickly bridge capability gaps while the larger MRFA acquisition proceeds.