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India’s air power debate often focuses on fighters and missiles, but the real foundation of military effectiveness is logistics. With limited C‑17 numbers, aging IL‑76 fleets, and no reliable global alternatives, India faces a growing strategic airlift gap. This article explains why developing an indigenous heavy transport aircraft has become a national security necessity.

Introduction: Power Isn’t Just About Weapons Anymore India’s rise as a major global power isn’t being written only in terms of tanks,...