Lovers of India’s iconic comic book series, Amar Chitra Katha (ACK), may be surprised by the protagonist in the new title launching next month—Bengaluru-based aircraft maker Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). Known for bringing gods, kings and national icons to life, ACK has been commissioned by HAL to tell its story— HAL: The Force Behind the Forces, as part of a larger outreach, people familiar with the matter said. India News “Generations of Indians grew up on ACK comics, which still have a cult base. HAL is India’s aviation story, and hopefully it will now reach and guide a new generation of readers,” said one of the persons cited above. The comic book chronicles the full arc of HAL’s 86-year journey and its pivotal role in shaping Indian aviation, from assembling its first aircraft, the American Harlow PC-5A, to developing the first indigenous fighter, the HF-24 Marut, and manufacturing aircraft such as the MiG-21 and Sukhoi-30 in India. The cover showcases crisp illustrations of HAL’s Prachand light combat helicopter (LCH), HTT-40 trainer, Dhruv advanced light helicopter, …