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SP's Military Yearbook 2021-2022
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Twin Seater LCA Tejas Handed Over to the IAF

Issue: 09-2023

Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt said that the LCA Tejas symbolises India’s journey towards self-sufficiency in defence manufacturing. This programme has been a shining example of commitment to reduce country’s dependency on foreign aircrafts, and it serves as a beacon of hope for a self-reliant India. He was speaking at the handing over ceremony of LCA Tejas Twin Seater to the Indian Air Force in Bengaluru on October 4, 2023.

Minister of State for Defence further said that the LCA Tejas programme has been an inspiring saga of relentless dedication and innovation. The inception of the LCA Tejas aircraft was rooted in the dream of equipping our Indian Air Force with a world-class indigenous fighter aircraft. The HAL’s first Series Production twin seater of LCA Tejas is decked with state-of-the-art technology, agility, and versatility, It will provide suitable training to the Pilots of IAF. The IAF has already placed an order for 83 LCAs with HAL.