Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's (HAL) next-generation Dhruv NG helicopter successfully completed its maiden flight in Bengaluru. This 5.5-tonne, twin-engine, multi-role civil helicopter is designed for India's diverse terrain and the global market, featuring a civil-certified glass cockpit and advanced avionics for enhanced safety and performance. Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu hailed the flight as a milestone for indigenous aerospace capabilities and the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiative, signaling HAL's expansion into civil aviation.