Soon after the five Rafale fighter jets landed at the IAF airbase in Ambala on Wednesday afternoon, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that these multi-role fighter aircraft will be a game-changer. Shah said he is sure that the induction of the new generation Rafale jets will help the Indian Air Force safeguard India's sky and thwart any challenge.

In a Twitter message, Shah said the touchdown of Rafale jets marks a historic day for "our vigorous Indian Air Force and is a proud moment for India!" Calling the Rafale jets the world's most powerful machines, Shah said these are capable of thwarting any challenge in the sky. "I am sure Rafale will help our Air warriors safeguard our skies with its mighty superiority," Shah said.