India Accelerates Aero Engine Race: Focus Shifts to 6th Gen Technology

• Defense Minister Rajnath Singh announced India's rapid progress towards designing and developing the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).
• He challenged experts at GTRE Bengaluru to achieve 20 years of engine development in just 5 years, emphasizing strategic urgency.
• Singh stressed the need to move beyond 5th generation engines and immediately begin research and development for 6th generation advanced technology.
• India is collaborating with England and France on aero engine development, leveraging their advanced technology and expertise.
• The Defense Minister highlighted the critical importance of self-reliance in defense technology, citing 'Operation Sindoor' as an example of indigenous capabilities.