HAL and Safran Sign Contract to Develop Aravalli Helicopter Engine for Indian Multi-Role Helicopters
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and French company Safran Helicopter Engines have signed a contract through their joint venture SAFHAL to develop the Aravalli engine, a 3,500-4,000 shaft horsepower turboshaft engine. This engine will power HAL's upcoming 13-ton Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH) and its naval variant, the Deck-Based Multi-Role Helicopter (DBMRH). The programme aims to enhance India's indigenous aerospace propulsion capabilities, reduce reliance on imports, and support future civil and military helicopter applications. Manufacturing will take place in Tumakuru, Karnataka, with completion expected by 2032-33.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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economictimes broke this story on 26 Aug, 05:59 am. Other outlets followed.