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Detailed explanation-1: -LCH is powered by two French-origin Shakti engines manufactured by the HAL. With these features, the LCH has the capabilities of combat roles such as destruction of enemy air defence, counter insurgency warfare, combat search and rescue, anti-tank, and counter surface force operations.

Detailed explanation-2: -Here are some interesting fact about the Chinook helicopters: India has 15 Chinook helicopters based in Chandigarh and Assam to take care of the operational needs of the north and the northeast parts of the country.

Detailed explanation-3: -A Chinook heavy-lift transport helicopter of the Indian Air Force (IAF) has successfully completed a non-stop sortie between Chandigarh and Jorhat in Assam, covering a distance of 1,910 kilometers.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Boeing-made Chinook helicopters are in service in India, Britain and nearly 20 other countries. The Indian fleet of Chinook choppers is based out of Chandigarh for operations in the north while another unit is located in Assam for operations in the northeastern region.