He also visited the exhibition showcasing various indigenous engines and their parts and witnessed the full afterburner engine test of the Kaveri engine. He also stated that every effort is being made to prioritise the development of aero engines in India, the statement said. We have made numerous attempts in the past to achieve expertise in the field of aero engines. We must stay ahead of the curve.” Singh described aero engine development as an "extremely complex endeavour", integrating thermodynamics, material science, fluid mechanics and advanced mechanical engineering. Singh praised GTRE for the joint study with the UK for aero engine development, saying the process has been initiated with France as well for aero engines under the National Aero Engine Mission.

Source: The Telegraph February 16, 2026 14:05 UTC