Watch: As LCH Prachand Precisely Destroys Target Using Its 70 mm Rockets, And 20 mm Guns

Two days ago, (on 31 October), India's indigenously designed and developed Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand successfully tested its 70 mm rockets and 20 mm guns for the first time.

This inaugural test firing took place under Exercise Poorvi Akash, conducted by the Indian Air Force's (IAF) Eastern Air Command in the northeastern sector.

Indian Army's Gajraj Corps (4 Corps) based at Tezpur, Assam posted a video on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), of the LCH precisely destroying its targets using its 70 mm rockets and 20 mm guns, during Poorvi Akash exercise.

It said, "Indigenously built multi-role Light Combat Helicopter 'Prachand' designed for mountainous terrain successfully achieved its targets with potent armaments during day & night firing in Gajraj Corps. Cutting edge tech & weapon systems on this tailor-made platform enhance the Indian Army's precision, speed & firepower capabilities."

Designed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the LCH is specifically engineered to operate in high-altitude conditions.

It is the only helicopter in the world with the capability to operate at altitudes above 5,000 to 6,000 metres while carrying a substantial offensive payload.