Dhruv Helecopters for Quick Mobilisation of Forces

Lok Sabha

The Government proposes to induct ‘Dhruv’ Advanced Light Helicopters for quick mobilisation of forces to deal with emergency situation. A letter of Intent (LOI) has been placed on M/s Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Bangaluru, on 8/12/2008 for procurement of eight numbers of Advanced Light Helicopters. These will be used for various requirements of the forces, including quick mobilisation to deal with emergency situations.

This was stated by Shri Sriprakash Jaisawal, Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs , in written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha today.

RS/KKA