Prachanda light combat helicopter (LCH)

India's Prachanda light combat helicopter (LCH) has been developed from the Dhruv advanced light helicopter (ALH) for a variety of battlefield roles. It is intended for anti-tank, counter-insurgency, reconnaissance, escort and ground attack operations.

It is designed to operate effectively in a variety of environments, including humid jungles and mountainous terrain. Its manufacturer says it is the only combat helicopter that can operate effectively at altitudes above 20,000 feet...