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IAF inducts first batch of indigenously-developed LCH ‘Prajand’

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The Indian Air Force (IAF)inducted the first batch of Made in India Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) today

New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) The Indian Air Force (IAF) inducted the first batch of Made in India Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) today.

The helicopters were inducted into the IAF inventory at a ceremony in Jodhpur in presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari.

The induction of these helicopters will be a big boost to the IAF’s combat prowess, Rajnath Singh said.

The LCH has been developed by aerospace major Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), primarily designed for deployment in high-altitude regions.

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