Day 28
Defence & SecuritySkim2026-02-12
MoD Inks Contract with HAL for 8 Dornier Aircraft
What Happened
The Ministry of Defence signed a Rs 2,312 crore contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for eight upgraded Dornier-228 aircraft. These planes will feature glass cockpits and advanced maritime patrol radars for the Indian Navy and Coast Guard.
Why It Matters
This procurement strengthens India's maritime domain awareness and search and rescue capabilities in the Indian Ocean Region under the Buy (Indian) category.
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