Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, inaugurating the 15th edition of Aero India at the Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru on Monday, said the event will showcase India’s industrial capability and technological advancements to the world, while further strengthening symbiotic relations with friendly nations.
Speaking at the Inaugural Ceremony of #AeroIndia 2025 in Bengaluru. https://t.co/jJgSO5zu3a
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Calling Aero India 2025, "a confluence of critical and frontier technologies", the minister said it offers a platform to further strengthen ties among like-minded countries based on mutual respect, mutual interest and mutual benefit to deal with today's uncertainties.
#AeroIndia2025, a confluence of critical & frontier technologies, will provide a platform to further strengthen relations among like-minded countries based on mutual respect, mutual interest and mutual benefit to deal with today's uncertainties,” said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath… pic.twitter.com/x9L496tBPV
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The five-day event will see the participation of government representatives, industry leaders, Air Force officers, scientists, defence sector experts, start-ups, academia and other stakeholders from across the globe. India’s aerial prowess and indigenous cutting-edge innovations alongside state-of-the-art products of global aerospace companies will be showcased during the event.
Observing that security, stability and peace are shared constructs that transcend national borders, the defence minister said the presence of stakeholders from various countries is a testimony to the fact that India's partners share its vision of 'One earth, One family, One future'.
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“India has never attacked any country nor has it been involved in any great power rivalry. We have always been an advocate of peace and stability. It is part of our fundamental ideals,” he said.
He noted that India is going through a transformational phase, rapidly moving from a developing to a developed nation.
The minister pointed out that the defence manufacturers are working with a collaborative approach to strengthen the defence sector, citing the joint venture between Tata Advanced Systems Limited and Airbus for the production of C-295 transport aircraft in Gujarat as an example of this cooperation.
