Synopsis The next stage where the prototypes are to be built will require a fund infusion for the estimated `10,000 crore project that would replace all Russian origin Mi 8/17s currently in service. Picture used for representational purpose only The Navy has decided to come onboard for India’s most ambitious indigenous helicopter development plan, giving a boost to the project that intends to save a Rs 2 lakh crore import bill for military platforms in the coming years. The Air Force and Army have already committed to the project and with the Navy now agreeing as well, India could make hundreds of the indigenous medium-lift choppers to serve a variety of roles, from transporting troops to high altitude areas to anti-ship and submarine operations.