Mahindra Defence Systems has exited the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) model, leaving Tata Advanced Systems and Larsen & Toubro to lead India’s fifth-generation stealth fighter jet production. This shift highlights a strategic move towards leveraging private sector expertise alongside traditional public sector capabilities, with HAL maintaining a crucial role in technical support. The AMCA project, with an estimated development cost of $5 billion, represents a significant advancement in India’s defense capabilities. The exclusion of Mahindra underscores the importance of relevant experience in aircraft manufacturing, paving the way for a focused consortium that can meet stringent military requirements effectively.
