Exactly the case. A production line for only 6 or some more aircrafts is nonsense. Moreover it will be a waste of money. Unlike rafales whose numbers could go upto 200. Good decision I would say.
Rbu is a anti submarine mortar system. They doesn't really fit for application in this 21st century where submarines are fitted with long range torpedoes.
Been to chabua couple of days ago. Saw some 6 mki's in formation. I must tell you that they are sexier as ever. Ah that Saturn engine sound. Iaf definitely improved their sortie rate.
Why not go for enlarged visby class from Sweden. Its currently the most stealthy and fast corvette on offer. Just add vl mica and brahmos m. A deadly combination :D
So its gonna be 6 scorpene.. Then in that case good bye type 214 and others.. Good decision I would say. Scorpenes follow on will be delivered fast then other contenders.