Rafale deal: The note argued that a similar 20 per cent cut should be applied for rates in the case of 36 Rafale aircraft as a competitor was offering that discount. Rafale deal: The note argued that a similar 20 per cent cut should be applied for rates in the case of 36 Rafale aircraft as a competitor was offering that discount. The CAG report, sources said, is likely to refer to the note containing objections to the Rafale deal and will also mention how these objections were over-ruled. The government-to-government deal for 36 Rafale aircraft was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Paris in April 2015. She was also supported by the IAF which justified the need for Rafale aircraft, as compared to more Sukhois.

Source: Indian Express September 26, 2018 23:26 UTC