India Sets Deadline For Sixth-Generation Aero Engine
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.
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Official ministerial deadline raises strategic urgency and industry implications, but technical feasibility and timeline remain challenging.
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- Read OriginalYou have 5-7 years to develop 6th gen aero engines: Rajnath’s challenge for DRDO scientiststimesofindia.indiatimes.com
