HAL signs Rs 62,700-cr deal with Ministry of Defence for supply of light combat helicopters

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Category : National Published on: April 01 2025

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On March 28, 2025, two contracts were signed with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the purchase of 156 indigenous Light Combat Helicopters (LCH), along with training and related equipment, with a total cost of over 62,700 crore rupees, excluding taxes.
The Indian Army will receive 90 helicopters, while the remaining 66 are for the Indian Air Force.

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HAL signs Rs 62,700-cr deal with Ministry of Defence for supply of light combat helicopters