https://indianmasterminds.com

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Tejas, Prachand, Gaganyaan: HAL Selected for SSLV Technology Transfer, Reviewed by Principal Secretary Dr PK Mishra

HAL Showcases LCA Tejas, Gaganyaan Components, and Satellite Launch Technology During High-Level Visit. Principal Secretary to PM Reviews Indigenous Defence & Aerospace Progress at HAL Bengaluru.
Indian Masterminds Stories

Bengaluru: In a significant development for India’s defence and aerospace ambitions, Dr. P.K. Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister of India, visited Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Bengaluru on Tuesday to review the progress of several key indigenous programmes.

The visit highlights the government’s sharp focus on self-reliance in defence manufacturing and India’s expanding footprint in the space sector.

HAL Leadership Briefs Dr. Mishra on Flagship Projects

1972 batch IAS officer Dr Mishra was received by Dr. D.K. Sunil, Chairman and Managing Director of HAL, along with members of the HAL Board. The visit began at the Aircraft Research & Design Centre (ARDC), where he inspected the LCA Mk 2 hangar. A comprehensive review followed at the LCA Tejas Assembly Hangar, showcasing HAL’s production and design capabilities.

At the LCA Division, HAL presented six LCA Tejas Mk 1A fighter aircraft and two Mk 1 trainer aircraft currently under production. These platforms represent the growing maturity and operational readiness of India’s indigenous light combat aircraft programme.

Read Also: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Wins ₹511 Crore Bid to Manufacture India’s Small Satellite Launch Vehicle – Details Inside

HAL Showcases Next-Gen Helicopters and Trainers

In a demonstration of its diverse indigenous portfolio, HAL also displayed-

  • Prachand (Light Combat Helicopter – LCH)
  • Light Utility Helicopter (LUH)
  • Dhruv (Advanced Light Helicopter – ALH)
  • Hindustan Turbo Trainer (HTT-40)

These platforms signify HAL’s expanding production spectrum and its commitment to future multi-stakeholder defence programmes that align with the national vision of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’.

ISRO Chairman Joins HAL Space Infrastructure Review

Dr. Mishra was accompanied by Dr. V. Narayanan, Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), during his tour of HAL’s Aerospace Division. The visit included critical inspections of the:

  • GSLV Mk III and PSLV assembly shops
  • Advanced welding and integration facilities
  • Components for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission
  • Integrated Cryogenic Engine Manufacturing Facility

HAL’s pivotal role in ISRO’s Gaganyaan mission and other space programmes was underscored, especially with the company’s recent selection for Transfer of Technology (ToT) for the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) — a milestone reflecting HAL’s growing influence in India’s space industry.

Strategic Importance of HAL Recognised

Dr. Mishra appreciated HAL’s continued efforts in building strategic capabilities, driving indigenisation, and supporting India’s goals in defence and space. He commended the organisation’s “critical contribution to national self-reliance,” highlighting HAL as a central pillar in the ecosystem of innovation and high-tech manufacturing.

Read Also: HAL & Safran Aircraft Engines Sign Landmark Agreement for LEAP Engine Parts Production at Paris Air Show – Details Inside

About HAL
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is an Indian public sector aerospace and defense company, headquartered in Bengaluru. It is one of the oldest and largest aerospace and defense manufacturers in the world, with a history dating back to 1940. HAL is involved in the design, development, manufacturing, and maintenance of aircraft, helicopters, engines, and other aerospace systems.


Indian Masterminds Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Related Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
NEWS
Two crossed national flags on wooden table
President Trump Announces 25% Tariff on Indian Imports, Penalty Over Russian Oil and Defence Deals
Anurag-and-Rajib
Tripura Cadre IPS Officers Rajiv Singh, Anurag Make It to DG Empanelment List- Check Details
Uttar Pradesh CM resized
Centre Approves Central Deputation for Three Senior UP-Cadre IPS Officers-Know More About Them
Gauhati-High-Court-
Judicial Boost: Four Judges Appointed to Gauhati High Court; Notification Issued by Centre- Know More
Manoj Kumar Singh
Centre Yet to Decide on Extension for UP Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh as Retirement Nears- Details Inside
GP-SINGH
GP Singh Emerges as Front-Runner for Delhi Police Commissioner Post as Sanjay Arora’s Tenure Ends
N-PrashanthA-Jayathilak-
Suspended Kerala IAS Officer Alleges File Tampering, Misuse of e-Office System by Chief Secretary
MIB
Administrative Shake-Up: Centre Transfers 13 Senior IIS Officers Across Key Media Institutions- Check Details
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Videos
Ananth Rupanagudi IRAS
IRAS Ananth Rupanagudi’s Take on Corruption, Reform, and Duty
WhatsApp Image 2025-07-26 at 13.16
What Most Indians Don't Know About Jim Corbett
WhatsApp Image 2025-07-24 at 18.24
How Fireflies and Butterflies Returned In Corbett’s Homeland
ADVERTISEMENT
UPSC Stories
BPSC Bihar police
From Lantern Light to Police Uniform: How Praveen Kumar from a Small Bihar Village Cracked BPSC to Become SDPO
From a lantern-lit village in Bihar to becoming an SDPO, Praveen Kumar's journey is a testament to resilience,...
IAS Priyansha Garg
Why Mindset Matters: IAS Priyansha Garg’s Mental Health Mantra for UPSC
After two failed prelims, Priyansha Garg cracked UPSC with AIR 31 in her fourth attempt, proving how...
Ashish Akshat
From Setback to State Topper: How Ashish Akshat Topped JPSC While Working Full-Time
Ashish Akshat from Dhanbad topped JPSC 2023, proving that resilience, discipline, and family support...
Social Media
Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
Mudumalai Tiger Reserve: From India’s First Sanctuary to a Tiger Conservation Success Story | International Tiger Day Special
IAS Supriya Sahu Hails Mudumalai's Role in Tiger Conservation on Tiger Day. Declared in 1940, Now Among...
Mangroves
Mangroves: Nature’s Shield Against Disasters, Says Officer Parveen Kaswan on Mangroves Day - Watch His Post Here
Mangroves, with their dense, interlaced root systems, form a mesh-like structure that serves as a buffer...
Retired IPS Inderjit Singh Sidhu
Purpose Doesn’t Retire: How 88-Year-Old Retired DIG Becomes Chandigarh’s ‘Quiet Warrior’ of Cleanliness
Inderjit Singh Sidhu’s Dawn Patrol Earns Applause, Mahindra’s Praise for a Man Who Chose Action Over...
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Latest
Two crossed national flags on wooden table
President Trump Announces 25% Tariff on Indian Imports, Penalty Over Russian Oil and Defence Deals
Anurag-and-Rajib
Tripura Cadre IPS Officers Rajiv Singh, Anurag Make It to DG Empanelment List- Check Details
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Videos
Ananth Rupanagudi IRAS
WhatsApp Image 2025-07-26 at 13.16
WhatsApp Image 2025-07-24 at 18.24
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT