The Indian Air Force (IAF) is all set to welcome its first Tejas Mk-1A fighter jet on Friday, marking a monumental milestone in India’s march towards self-reliance in defence manufacturing. Built by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the aircraft will be formally handed over at a ceremony in Nashik, Maharashtra, in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday.
Replacing The Legendary MiG-21
The Tejas Mk-1A, an advanced upgrade of the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), will replace the legendary MiG-21 fleet, which served the nation for over six decades before being retired on September 26. Designed for unmatched combat performance, the aircraft boasts cutting-edge avionics, a modern radar system, superior weapon capabilities, and a sophisticated electronic warfare suite, wi