The five Rafale aircraft which arrived on July 27 at Ambala Air Force Station have been formally inducted to the Indian Air Force’s 17 Squadron ‘Golden Arrows’ on Thursday at Air Force Station in Ambala.

The ceremony was be attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, his French counterpart Florence Parly, Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria and Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar.

Highlights of Rajnath Singh Speech:

The speed at which IAF deployed its assets at forward bases creates confidence that our Air Force is fully prepared to fulfil its operational obligations: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
In my recent foreign trip, I put the point of view of India in front of the world. I also made everyone aware of our resolve to not compromise our sovereignty and territorial integrity under any circumstances. We're committed to doing everything possible towards this: Defence Minister.
Rafale induction is a big & stern message for the entire world, especially to those eyeing our sovereignty. This induction is important considering the kind of atmosphere at our borders or should I say the kind of atmosphere created at our borders: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh.
Induction of Rafale is important given the kind of situation that has been created on our borders in recent days: Rajnath Singh.
The induction of Rafale into IAF also represents the strong ties between India and France. The strategic ties between our two countries have also strengthened: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
Rafale Induction is a historic occasion and shows close India French ties: Rajnath Singh

The five Rafale aircraft which arrived on July 27 at Ambala Air Force Station have been formally inducted to the Indian Air Force’s 17 Squadron ‘Golden Arrows’ on Thursday at Air Force Station in Ambala.

The ceremony was be attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, his French counterpart Florence Parly, Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria and Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar.

Highlights of Rajnath Singh Speech:

The speed at which IAF deployed its assets at forward bases creates confidence that our Air Force is fully prepared to fulfil its operational obligations: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
In my recent foreign trip, I put the point of view of India in front of the world. I also made everyone aware of our resolve to not compromise our sovereignty and territorial integrity under any circumstances. We're committed to doing everything possible towards this: Defence Minister.
Rafale induction is a big & stern message for the entire world, especially to those eyeing our sovereignty. This induction is important considering the kind of atmosphere at our borders or should I say the kind of atmosphere created at our borders: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh.
Induction of Rafale is important given the kind of situation that has been created on our borders in recent days: Rajnath Singh.
The induction of Rafale into IAF also represents the strong ties between India and France. The strategic ties between our two countries have also strengthened: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
Rafale Induction is a historic occasion and shows close India French ties: Rajnath Singh