L&T and BEL will jointly respond to the GoI’s fighter aircraft expression of interest, leveraging expertise.

• Collaboration combines L&T’s defence platform development with BEL’s avionics and electronic systems capabilities for the future.
• Both firms previously contributed aero‑structure modules and mission‑critical avionics to the Light Combat Aircraft programme.
• The partnership aims to boost India’s defence self‑reliance, modernising capabilities through advanced 5th‑generation fighter development.