IN PICS | Rafale Induction Ceremony: The 'Birds' Have Now Become Part Of Indian Air Force 17 Squadron

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A traditional ‘Sarva Dharma Puja' was conducted at the Rafale induction ceremony.Image(ANI)

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During his address at the ceremony Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that Rafale Jets represents strong India and that it is proof of strong ties between India and France. Image (PTI)

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IAF pilots before flying the first batch of five Rafale aircraft during the induction ceremony at the Ambala airbase. Image(PTI)

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Minister of Armed Forces of the French Republic Florence Parly inspects Tri-Service Guard of Honour at Palam Technical Area, in New Delhi. Parly said during her speech today that France supports India’s candidacy for the UN Security Council. Image(PTI )

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Rafale aircraft being accorded water salute during its induction ceremony. Image(PTI)

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Indian Air Force Sukhoi-30, Tejas and Rafale (top) fly past during the induction ceremony. Sarang aerobatic team also put up an air display today. Image (AFP)

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India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh (2R) walks with his French counterpart Florence Parly (R) as she arrive to attend an induction ceremony of Rafale jets into the Indian Air Force at the Ambala Air Force Station in Ambala. Image(AFP)

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