Exclusive: LCA Tejas Won't Become Dated. Defence Secretary Explains Why
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has placed a large order for 180 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas. However, some have speculated that by the time the IAF gets all the aircraft it had ordered, these platforms would become dated as technology changes fast these days. But that is not going to happen, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said at the NDTV Profit Conclave 2026. The issue, he added, is about ensuring faster delivery of the aircraft. "I think it's a fairly capable aircraft and the issue is, of course, that some of the weapons integration took some time. Now that the engines have finally started coming, we have five available and hopefully at least five more on the way in this current financial year. And the delivery is reasonably stable at about 20 every financial year thereafter," Singh said.
