Bengaluru Hosts Aero India 2025 With Focus On Self-Reliance And Innovation

(MENAFN- KNN India) Bengaluru, Feb 10 (KNN) The highly anticipated 15th edition of Aero India, touted as Asia's largest aerospace and defence exhibition, is set to commence on February 10 at the Yelahanka Air Force Station.

Themed 'The Runway to a Billion Opportunities,' this year's event promises to be the biggest-ever, spanning over 42,000 sq. meters and featuring participation from more than 900 exhibitors, including 150 foreign companies.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed the participation of over 90 countries as a testament to India's growing global stature in the aerospace and defence sectors.

He confirmed that defence ministers or representatives from about 30 countries, along with air chiefs and secretaries from 43 nations, will be attending, underscoring the event's international significance.

Singh emphasised Aero India's role in advancing India's self-reliance in defence, stating,“Aero India is a platform that showcases the strength, resilience, and self-reliance of 'New India'. It is crucial not just for India's defence preparedness but also for shaping global partnerships and collaborations.”

Highlighting India's progress in aerospace and defence manufacturing, Singh noted that platforms like the Light Combat Aircraft Tejas, Light Combat Helicopter Prachand, and C-295 Transport Aircraft are now being produced domestically.

India is also set to manufacture fifth-generation fighter aircraft, alongside advancements in missile systems such as Agni, Astra, and Pinaka.

The Defence Minister projected a record rise in defence production to Rs 1.60 lakh crore by 2025-26, with defence exports expected to surpass Rs 30,000 crore.

He affirmed that Aero India serves as a catalyst for economic growth, fostering innovation, job creation, and technological advancements in both defence and civilian sectors.

The event, running from February 10 to 14, will dedicate February 10-12 to business engagements, while February 13-14 will be open to the public.

The India Pavilion will serve as a showcase of indigenous defence innovation, featuring over 275 exhibits spanning aerospace, land, and naval aviation, def-space, and niche technologies.

Aero India 2025 is poised to mark a significant milestone in India's journey towards becoming a global aerospace and defence powerhouse, reinforcing its vision of a secure, self-reliant, and technologically advanced nation.

(KNN Bureau)

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