Delays in Tejas and Zorawar threaten India's military readiness
- Delayed Tejas Mk-1A deliveries leave the Air Force struggling to rebuild its combat squadrons.
- Fighter fleet strength has dropped to 29 squadrons, far below the required 42 for regional readiness.
- Induction of the Zorawar light tank is delayed to 2028 or 2029 due to heavier armor requests.
- Protracted equipment timelines leave critical gaps along disputed borders as geopolitical threats escalate across sectors.
Source: firstpost.com
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