India begins domestic production of Thales 70mm rockets for helicopter fleet

India has initiated licensed production of Thales Belgium's 70mm rockets, both guided and unguided, for its Rudra and Prachand attack helicopters. This move enhances India's air-to-ground and air-to-air capabilities, particularly against drone threats, and aligns with the Make in India initiative. The development signals deepening defense industrial cooperation between India and Belgium, and a step toward self-reliance in munitions.