'Proud to share our knowhow with you': French minister at Rafale ceremony

Parly during the induction ceremony added that France supports India’s candidacy for the United Nations Security Council, reports ANI.

Florence Parly also said that France is fully committed to 'Make in India' initiative, as well as, to the further integration of the Indian manufacturers in its global supply chain, reports ANI.

Minister of Armed Forces of France Florence Parly during the induction ceremony of the Rafale jets at the Ambala air base said, "Proud to share our knowhow with India."

Rafale induction is a big and 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, defence minister Rajnath Singh said.

Defence minister Rajnath Singh during the induction ceremony of the Rafale jets in Ambala said that the induction of these fighter jets represent strong ties between India and France. The strategic ties between the two countries have also strengthened, he added.

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 at Ambala airbase pic.twitter.com/vmYfzu5Gi1

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This induction could not have happened at a more opportune time considering the security scenario today, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria said at Rafale induction ceremony at Ambala, reports ANI.

This induction could not have happened at a more opportune time considering the security scenario today: Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria at Rafale induction ceremony at Ambala pic.twitter.com/EeI99egs04

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The Rafale jets were given a water salute at the induction ceremony in Ambala after stunning air maneuvers were performed by the Rafale, Su-30 and Jaguars.

#WATCH: Water cannon salute given to the five Rafale fighter aircraft at Ambala airbase. #Haryana pic.twitter.com/SB9jhyp1Ox

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Rafale, Su-30 and Jaguars displayed arrowhead formation; stunning low-speed air maneuvers performed at induction ceremony at the Ambala Air Force station.

#WATCH Rafale fighter aircraft flying at low-speed during an air display at Indian Air Force base in Ambala pic.twitter.com/8UhgbROzRN

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Defence minsiter Rajnath Singh and his French counterpart Florence Parly witnessed the 'Sarva Dharma Puja' at the Rafale induction ceremony, at the Ambala Air Force station, reports ANI.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Minister of the Armed Forces of France Florence Parly, witness the traditional 'Sarva Dharma Puja' at the Rafale induction ceremony, at Ambala airbase pic.twitter.com/qJOSJGetQl

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Defence minister Rajnath Singh and his French counterpart Florence Parly arrived at the Ambala Air Force station for the Rafale induction ceremony. India’s first five Rafale fighters will be a part of the ‘Golden Arrows’ squadron.

Haryana: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Minister of the Armed Forces of France Florence Parly arrive at the Indian Air Force Station, Ambala, for the #Rafale induction ceremony pic.twitter.com/2aRP2ZpH9a

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Defence minister Rajnath Singh and his french counterpart Florence Parly have left for Ambala where they will be participating in the induction ceremony of the Rafale jets.

#WATCH Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Minister of Armed Forces of France Florence Parly leave for #Ambala to take part in #Rafale induction ceremony pic.twitter.com/bOekgI2Ale

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Minister of the Armed Forces of France Florence Parly receives a ceremonial Guard of Honour on her arrival at Delhi. She will attend the Rafale induction ceremony at Ambala, reports ANI.

Minister of the Armed Forces of France Florence Parly receives a ceremonial Guard of Honour on her arrival at Delhi.

She will attend the Rafale induction ceremony at Ambala. pic.twitter.com/6XHwxXhbZV

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets Florence Parly, Minister of Armed Forces of France, at Palam Air Force Station before leaving for Ambala, the defence minister's office, reports ANI.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets Florence Parly, Minister of Armed Forces of France, at Palam Air Force Station before leaving for Ambala: Defence Minister's Office pic.twitter.com/3J392RD6xT

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