HAL Share Price in Focus: Government Approves ₹62,000 Crore Deal

On August 20, 2025, Hindustan Aeronautics shares rose as much as 2%, reaching a day high of ₹4,611.60 at 10:15 AM, after opening at ₹4,600.05 on BSE. The gain in Hindustan Aeronautics shares follows the procurement order of 97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mark 1A jets.

Cabinet Approved ₹62,000 Crore Order

In a landmark move to bolster domestic defence manufacturing, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) has approved the procurement of 97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mark 1A jets from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), as per news reports. The deal is worth ₹62,000 crore, marking one of the largest-ever defence contracts awarded to HAL.

The contract reflects a strong push towards self-reliance in defence under the "Aatmanirbhar Bharat" initiative. The Tejas Mark 1A is an advanced variant of the indigenously developed Tejas fighter jet, designed and manufactured by HAL. It is a lightweight, single-engine, supersonic aircraft tailored for multi-role capabilities in modern combat scenarios.

Cutting-Edge Features and Capabilities of Tejas Mark 1A

The upgraded Mark 1A variant introduces several enhancements over its predecessor. These include:

• Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar
• Beyond-Visual-Range (BVR) missile capability
• Advanced electronic warfare systems
• Air-to-air refuelling
• Improved maintainability and operational efficiency

The LCA Mark 1A is intended to replace the ageing MiG-21 fighters in the Indian Air Force (IAF) fleet. With increased indigenous content, the aircraft program is a strategic step toward reducing India’s dependence on foreign military imports while modernising the IAF’s combat capabilities.

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Conclusion

This ₹62,000 crore order not only strengthens India’s air defence but also provides a significant boost to HAL and the country’s aerospace ecosystem.

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