What is the cost of Safran jet engine?
The Ministry of Defence has finalised its recommendation to partner with France’s Safran for a ₹61,000 crore jet engine development initiative. The project will focus on creating a powerful 120kN thrust engine that will meet the needs of India’s upcoming fighter platforms. India signed a ₹63,000 crore deal with France in April 2025 for 26 Rafale-Marine jets. These jets can operate from aircraft carriers and are built for naval missions. The deal includes training, weapons, simulators, and long-term support. Rafale-Ms will be deployed on INS Vikrant and INS Vikramaditya.