ABSTRACT The Ministry of Defence announced on September 25, 2025 the execution of a contract valued at ₹62,370 crore with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for 97 Light Combat Aircraft Tejas Mk1A for the Indian Air Force, comprising 68 single-seat fighters and 29 twin-seat aircraft, with deliveries commencing in 2027–28 and spanning six years, under the Buy … Leggi tutto India’s Tejas Mk1A Pivot: Verified Anatomy of the Ministry of Defence–Hindustan Aeronautics Limited ₹62370 crore Contract and the Strategic Re-capitalisation of the Indian Air Force