India on Friday (November 28, 2025) sealed a ₹7,995-crore deal with the U.S. as part of “follow on support” package for Indian Navy's fleet of 24 Seahawk helicopters for five years.
The signing of the contract came amid strain in ties between the two countries after U.S. President Donald Trump slapped a whopping 50% tariffs on Indian goods in late August.
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The Defence Ministry said it signed Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) with the U.S. for sustained support of the MH-60R helicopter fleet through follow-on support and supply for five years at an approximate value of ₹7,995 crore.
MH-60R, manufactured by Lockheed Martin Corporation, is an all-weather helicopter designed to support multiple missions with state of the art avionics and sensors.
