PoliticsPhoto: Hindustan TimesIndia Must Prepare Beyond Fighter Jets for Future Wars
India's airpower strategy is evolving beyond just increasing fighter jet numbers. Experts emphasize integrating unmanned systems, long-range weapons, and layered defenses to counter threats like missiles and drones. The Indian Air Force aims to rebuild its strength from below 30 squadrons toward a 42.5 benchmark. The focus is on deterrence by raising the cost of adversary attacks, not just fleet size.
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