Aero India 2023 Reflects India’s Self-Confidence And Capabilities: PM Modi

Aero India 2023: Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcased India as an attractive destination for investment in the defence manufacturing sector on Monday. PM Modi said it will move towards becoming one of the leading exporters of military hardware globally.

PM Modi addresses the Air show

The prime minister made the comments in his address after inaugurating the 14th edition of Aero India at the Yalahanka Air Force station complex on the outskirts of Bengaluru.

While addressing the gathering, PM Modi said, the “New India” of the 21st century will neither miss any opportunity nor will there be any shortage in its hard work.

The prime minister said India today is not only a market but also a potential defence partner for so many countries, adding the nation is moving towards becoming one of the leading exporters of military hardware globally.

Details of the show

The five-day exhibition is being participated by over 700 defence companies and delegates from 98 countries, officials said.

This edition of Aero India is showcasing the country as an emerging hub for manufacturing military aircraft, helicopters, military equipment and new-age avionics. Also, around 250 business-to-business agreements are expected to be firmed up at Aero India which is estimated to unlock investment to the tune of around Rs 75,000 crore.

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Aero India reflects India’s self-confidence & capabilities

“Today, Aero India is not only a show, but it is also a reflection of India’s self-confidence and capabilities,” he said in the presence of top executives of various global defence majors and delegates from a significant number of countries.

Moreover, he said Aero India’ reflects India’s new strength and aspirations.

Today, our successes are proof of India’s potential, he said, noting that the indigenously developed Tejas aircraft is an example of it.

A plethora of aircraft of the Indian Air Force displayed their aerial prowess in an air show at the event.

‘Make in India, Make for the World’

The theme of Aero India is “The runway to a billion opportunities” and is aimed at projecting India’s growth and capabilities in the defence and aerospace sectors.

The focus of the event is to showcase indigenous equipment and technologies and forge partnerships with foreign companies, in line with the ‘Make in India, Make for the World’ vision of the government, officials said.

Source PTI