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BEML to Build Helicopter Fuselages for HAL's LCH Prachand
17 Aug
Summary
- BEML will manufacture and supply fuselage aerostructures for HAL's LCH Prachand.
- The contract spans five years, strengthening India's defence manufacturing.
- Prime Minister Modi envisions India as a global defence technology supplier.
BEML has secured a significant five-year contract to manufacture and supply fuselage aerostructures for Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's (HAL) LCH Prachand helicopter. This agreement underscores India's growing self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on August 15, 2026, identified defence power as a key pillar in his vision, advocating for India to become a global supplier of military equipment and advanced technologies. This contract with BEML directly supports this 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiative.
The manufacturing will take place at BEML's Mysuru Complex, leveraging its specialized infrastructure for high-precision aerostructures. This builds upon BEML's prior experience with HAL helicopters and strengthens its role in critical aerospace systems.
BEML, a Ministry of Defence company with verticals in defence, mining, and rail, sees this contract as a milestone for its aerospace business. Chairman and Managing Director Shantanu Roy highlighted the strengthened cooperation between the two public-sector defense firms.
