HAL Share Price in Focus as MoD Issues RFI for 200 Light Helicopters

According to a report, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) finds itself in the market limelight after the Ministry of Defence (MoD) released a Request for Information (RFI) to procure 200 Light Helicopters, classified as Reconnaissance and Surveillance Helicopters (RSH), for the Indian Army and Indian Air Force. The development is viewed as significant within the defence aerospace segment, where HAL holds a strategic presence.

MoD's RFI Boosts HAL Prospects with 200 Helicopter Tender

The MoD’s RFI outlines the requirement of 200 RSH-class helicopters, with 120 allocated for the Indian Army and 80 for the Indian Air Force. This large-scale procurement will help redefine reconnaissance capabilities and surveillance readiness across military operations. The RFI’s objective includes establishing Services Qualitative Requirements (SQRs), determining procurement category and evaluating potential vendors. Indian firms, including HAL, are encouraged to enter joint ventures or forge partnerships with global Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).

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Vendor Interaction and Response Timeline

A vendor interaction session is planned for August 22, 2025, at 10:30 hrs to discuss technical and operational aspects of the RFI. The submission deadline for vendor responses is set for October 18, 2025. This allows firms ample time to prepare detailed proposals, reflecting technological capacities and production capabilities. HAL, with its manufacturing breadth and technological expertise, is expected to be a major contender.

Hindustan Aeronautics Share Price Performance

On August 8, 2025, Hindustan Aeronautics share price opened at ₹4,542.00 on NSE, below the previous close of ₹4,550.60. During the day, it surged to ₹4,549.90 and dipped to ₹4,450.00. The stock is trading at ₹4,459.90 as of 2:17 PM. The stock registered a moderate decline of 1.99%.

Over the past week, it has declined by 1.72%, over the past month, it has declined by 8.35%, and over the past 3 months, it has moved up by 0.84%.

Conclusion

HAL’s market prominence has solidified following the MoD’s announcement of the RFI for 200 RSH helicopters. This initiative paves the way for potential contracts and deeper participation in India’s defence modernisation. With HAL’s established aerospace manufacturing footprint, the tender could enhance its long-term growth narrative in the sector.

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