I believe that the biggest advantages with Rafale are
First, its air-to-ground capabilities.
Second, the proven track record of Mirages in the IAF.
Third, full ToT with no strings attached.
Fourth, ease of induction in the IAF as it is already operating french jets.
Although I...
Good to read but not practical. It would be a logistical blunder. I guess no air-force in the world operates so many different types of fighter aircrafts like that of India.
USAF operates 4 types -> F-22, F-18, F-16 & F-15 with F-35 in testing stage.
RAF operates 3 types -> Typhoon, Tornado...