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COMNET 2.0 is part of the secured communication framework used by defence production establishments. It connects units through MPLS-based wide area network infrastructure, allowing controlled data movement between factories, offices and central systems. In a defence production environment, this type of network supports enterprise applications, file exchange, official communication, planning systems and operational reporting.

The test is important because the LRLACM belongs to a category of weapons designed for deep land-attack missions. A land attack cruise missile gives the armed forces the ability to strike fixed land targets with precision from long distances. Such a system strengthens deterrence, supports conventional precision warfare and adds another layer to India’s growing missile inventory.

The message from India is clear. Future defence cooperation with France must focus on co-development, co-design, co-production and co-manufacturing. This means India wants a larger share of work inside the country, from structural manufacturing and components to maintenance, repair, overhaul and possible integration of Indian systems. Rafale is now becoming a test case for the next stage of India-France defence ties.