HAL to showcase 15 made-in-India helicopters at Aero India 2023

The HAL on Friday delivered the advanced light helicopter to Mauritius ahead of schedule

New Delhi, Feb 13: The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will showcase 15 made-in-India helicopters at Aero India 2023 which has been inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday in Bengaluru.

The event, which will witness the participation of more than 800 Defence companies including around 100 foreign and 700 Indian companies, will display 15 made-in-India helicopters, including an advanced light helicopter, which has been delivered to Mauritius ahead of its schedule.

Aero India 2023 aims to promote export of indigenous air platforms like Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)-Tejas, HTT-40, Dornier Light Utility Helicopter (LUH), Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) and Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH). It will integrate domestic MSMEs and start-ups in global supply chain and attract foreign investments including the partnerships for co-development and co-production, a statement from the Prime Minister's Office said.

A strong and self-reliant defence sector will play a pivotal role in helping India emerge as one of the top three world economies in the times to come. Achievements in the defence sector provide wide spin-off benefits to the Indian economy. The technologies developed in the field are equally useful for civilian purposes. In addition, a temperament towards science & technology and innovation is created in the society, which helps in the overall development of the nation, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had said earlier.

Spanning over five days, the event, on the theme 'The runway to a billion opportunities', will radiate the rise of a strong and self-reliant country by displaying India's growth in aerospace and defence capabilities. The focus will be on showcasing indigenous equipment/technologies and forging partnerships with foreign companies, in line with 'Make in India, Make for the World' vision for a secure and prosperous future.

India Hands Over Advanced Light Helicopter to Mauritius

The HAL delivered the advanced light helicopter to Mauritius ahead of schedule. "This order is in line with the Centre's vision to boost defence exports to friendly foreign countries and the handing over of the helicopter has further bolstered ties between both countries," The Times of India quoted HAL director-operations as saying.

This helicopter has further bolstered the ties between both countries. The ALH Mk III helicopter will meet the operational requirements of the MPF, he added.

"A new helicopter into the stables of MPF will enhance the aerial capabilities. The helicopter will contribute immensely in ensuring territorial integrity and enhancing the speed and effectiveness of police intervention during critical incidents and disasters," Commissioner of Mauritius Police, Anil Kumar Dip said.