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India Sets Deadline For Sixth-Generation Aero Engine
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday ordered DRDO scientists to develop a sixth-generation aero engine within 5–7 years while visiting GTRE in Bengaluru and observing a Kaveri afterburner test. He cited strategic autonomy and growing use of AI, materials science, and machine learning, noting three consortia shortlisted for AMCA and a Rs 15,000-crore allocation to build five prototypes by 2031.
Key Points
- 1Sets 5–7 year deadline for indigenous 6th-generation aero engine development at DRDO's GTRE.
- 2Emphasizes strategic autonomy as nations with indigenous critical technologies remain safe, secure and self-sustaining.
- 3Accelerates AMCA program work; shortlisted Tata, L&T, Bharat Forge consortia to build five prototypes.
Scoring Rationale
Official ministerial deadline raises strategic urgency and industry implications, but technical feasibility and timeline remain challenging.
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