HAL Unveils Dhruv-NG Civil Helicopter

• 30 Dec 2025

On 30th December 2025, Union Civil Aviation Minister inaugurated the next-generation civil helicopter DHRUV-NG at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Bengaluru, marking a significant milestone in India’s indigenous civil aviation programme.

• The Minister also flagged off the inaugural flight of the Advanced Light Helicopter DHRUV-NG, which is the civil variant of HAL’s indigenous helicopter showcased at Aero India 2025.
• The helicopter has been designed as a 5.5-tonne light twin-engine, multi-role platform to meet the diverse operational requirements of India’s challenging terrain.
• The DHRUV-NG is powered by twin Shakti 1H1C engines, which provide higher power ratings and allow complete internal maintenance within India.
• It features a civil-certified glass cockpit compliant with AS4 requirements, supported by a modern avionics suite offering superior situational awareness.
• Advanced vibration-control systems ensure a smoother and more comfortable ride, making the helicopter suitable for VIP transport, emergency medical services, and utility operations.