The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to move forward with its plans to procure 114 new fighter jets

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to move forward with its plans to procure 114 new fighter jets, with the tender expected to be issued within the next three to four months. The procurement of these jets is part of a larger plan by the Indian government to acquire over 500 new aircraft to modernize the IAF's fleet.

The procurement process for the 114 fighter jets has been delayed due to various reasons, including the COVID-19 pandemic. The tender was originally expected to be issued in 2020, but was delayed due to the pandemic. The IAF has been conducting consultations with various aircraft manufacturers to finalize the technical specifications for the jets.

The Indian government is also planning to acquire 83 Tejas Mark 1A light combat aircraft, and is in discussions with various countries to procure other types of fighter jets. The procurement of these jets is part of the Indian government's plan to modernize the IAF's fleet and enhance its capabilities.

The IAF's current fleet of fighter jets is aging and needs to be replaced in order to maintain its combat capabilities. The acquisition of new fighter jets will help to enhance the IAF's operational readiness and enable it to respond to various security challenges in the region.