Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:35pm on 02 Dec 2023,Saturday Defence
In a major boost to India's air power, the Defence Ministry under Rajnath Singh has approved acquisition deals worth over Rs 1.8 lakh crore. The agreements include procuring 97 additional indigenous Tejas Mk-1A fighters equipped with modern systems to replace aging MiGs, 156 Light Combat Helicopters named 'Prachand', and mid-life upgrades for frontline Su-30MKI jets. For aerospace giant HAL, the approvals underscore India's commitment to enhancing strategic capabilities and self-reliance by scaling up production. The new Tejas and chopper fleets along with upgrading Russian-origin Su-30MKIs will significantly sharpen the Indian Air Force's operational edge. The mega deals mark a watershed moment for India's national security apparatus.
