India Plans Rs 65,400 Crore Push to Build Its Own Fighter Jet Engines by 2035

Balasahana Suresh
India is set to boost its aerospace ambitions with a major investment aimed at developing indigenous fighter jet engines. Here’s everything you need to know about this ambitious plan:

1. Massive Investment for Aerospace Independence

· india plans to invest Rs 65,400 crore ($7.44 billion)

· Funding will support research, development, and production of fighter jet engines

· Aims to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers and strengthen defense capabilities

2. Timeline for the Project

· Goal: Develop and operationalize fighter jet engines by 2035

· The project spans over a decade, combining R&D and manufacturing phases

· Expected to create jobs and technological advancements in the aerospace sector

3. Boost for Indigenous Defense Technology

· Focus on homegrown technology data-aligns with India’s “Make in India” initiative

· Reduces reliance on imported engines, enhancing strategic autonomy

· Encourages private and public sector collaboration in defense manufacturing

4. Strengthening India’s fighter Jet Fleet

· Engines developed under this program could power future-generation fighter jets

· Enhances airforce readiness, performance, and reliability

· Paves the way for advanced, next-gen combat aircraft

5. Economic and Strategic Benefits

· Investment will stimulate high-tech industry growth

· Potentially positions india as a global player in aerospace technology

· Strengthens national security and defense self-reliance

💡 Bottom Line:
With a Rs 65,400 crore investment, india aims to master fighter jet engine technology, boost domestic aerospace capabilities, and secure long-term defense independence by 2035.

 

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