The HAL TEJAS MK-2 is shaping up as a key part of India’s future air strategy, marking a major step in indigenous military capability. This medium-weight multi-role fighter features a redesigned airframe and a powerful GE F414-GE-INS6 engine, allowing it to carry heavier, advanced weaponry. Planned integration of long-range stand-off weapons like the SCALP-EG cruise missile and Israel’s Crystal Maze missile enables precision strikes on high-value targets while keeping the aircraft out of enemy missile range. For air-to-air combat, the fighter uses the Astra missile family and the agile British ASRAAM, ensuring versatility in all combat scenarios. Future upgrades will include indigenous systems like BrahMos-NG and Rudram anti-radiation missiles, reducing dependence on foreign hardware. With these capabilities, the TEJAS MK-2 promises stealthy deep-strike power, strong air defence, and electronic warfare resilience, making it a cornerstone of India’s modern aerial arsenal.

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