NEW DELHI: The defence ministry has issued tender to Hindustan Aeronautics Restricted (HAL) for the procurement of 97 LCA Mark 1A fighter jets, price over Rs 65,000 crore. It will make it the biggest order for domestically produced navy tools by the Indian authorities.The tender, not too long ago issued to HAL by the defence ministry, offers a three-month window for response.The acquisition program goals to switch or section out current fleets of MiG-21s, MiG-23s, and MiG-27s from the Indian Air Power, in line with authorities officers.Backed by each the defence ministry and Air headquarters, the indigenous fighter plane program is anticipated to considerably promote indigenisation efforts and bolster enterprise for small and medium enterprises within the protection sector nationwide.The choice to amass 97 further LCA Mark 1A fighter jets was earlier introduced by Air chief marshal VR Chaudhari throughout a go to to Spain. Following a complete assessment assembly of the indigenous fighter jet program involving all stakeholders, together with HAL, the choice to buy 97 extra plane was finalized. The preliminary order for 83 LCA Mark1A plane is nearing completion, with supply anticipated to start shortly. The LCA Mark 1A represents an development over the unique Tejas plane, boasting enhanced avionics and radar techniques.With indigenous content material exceeding 65%, the LCA Mark1A program falls according to India’s self-reliance ambitions within the aerospace sector. HAL can be set to safe further contracts for over 200 LCA Mark 2s and an identical variety of fifth-generation Superior Medium Fight Plane, additional solidifying its function in advancing India’s aerospace capabilities.(With company inputs)
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