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I don't agree. With current requirements its not necessary that we get a CATOBAR AC for our Navy. Its more of a luxury then a necessity. As, India is still a developing economy and we have to put our 'paisa' in good use. So, its best to have a second Vikrant class AC which will be a STOBAR. And...

Dude!! when did I spoke about carrier size?

@Nietzche_Z Exactly. Valid point you got there. Two is better than one. China is deploying nuclear ssbn's in the Indian Ocean. So, even if any carrier groups gets hit we can hit back.

My point is that CATOBAR carriers are expensive as hell, to build and to maintain. Do we need such heavy piece of machinery? To counter China these Vikrant class carriers will do in the case of an armed conflict (which I personally doubt ever happen). CATOBAR carriers are only needed if India...

We should just order another Vikrant for our navy. INS Vishal will be way much expensive.