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Astra Rafael Comsys has landed a major defence win, securing a ₹275.2 crore contract from the Indian Air Force (IAF).
Astra Rafael Comsys Private is a joint venture between Astra Microwave Products and Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defense Systems.
So what exactly is the order about: it’s basically about giving Indian Air Force fighter jets a major communication upgrade. Astra Rafael will install new radio systems and software on the IAF’s MiG-29 aircraft so the jets can share information faster, and coordinate more smoothly during missions.
It also includes supplying 24 of these advanced radio units for the upcoming LCA Mk-1A fighter jets. The work is expected to be completed in the next 12 months.
Why does this matter: India’s defence push is moving beyond just hardware and into high-value areas like mission-critical software, secure communications, and network-based warfare systems.
For Astra Rafael Comsys, this contract strengthens the company’s foothold in avionics integration and critical communications. These areas are becoming increasingly important as the Indian military modernises its fleet and upgrades its battlefield capabilities.
