The theme of Aero India 2023, is “The runway to billions of opportunities”. The Ministry of Defence stated that India will focus on making products and services for the world. Prime Minister Narendra Modi noted that the country’s defense export capabilities will improve in the future. (Pic Courtesy: Ministry of Defence)The event kicked off with a trade fair and an exhibition. (Pic Courtesy: Ministry of Defence)Over 800 companies from almost a hundred countries participated in the event. (Pic Courtesy: Ministry of Defence)The event will help connect India’s start-ups and micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) with the global supply chain. (Pic Courtesy: Ministry of Defence)Dassault Aviation, BrahMos Aerospace, Airbus, Boeing, Israel Aerospace Industry and others have been exhibited at Aero India. (Pic Courtesy: Ministry of Defence)On the sidelines of the exhibition, Rajnath Singh, the Minister of Defence, held a Conclave for Defence Ministers. (Pic Courtesy: Ministry of Defence)During the event’s inauguration, Rajnath Singh stated that India has emerged as a star in the global sky and it is also illuminating other nations with its glow. (Pic Courtesy: Ministry of Defence)Rajnath Singh has called upon Indian and global industry leaders to design, develop and manufacture cutting-edge products, using critical technologies, within the country. (Pic Courtesy: Ministry of Defence)Many foreign OEMs made announcements regarding their plans for investments and collaborations including Safran, Boeing, Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Thales in the defence and aerospace sector. (Pic Courtesy: Ministry of Defence)The event will also help forge partnerships between Indian and foreign companies. This is in line with the Prime Minister’s Make in India initiative. (Pic Courtesy: Ministry of Defence)Some companies, such as Airbus and Thales, have also invited potential candidates to meet with their senior officials during the event. (Pic Courtesy: Ministry of Defence)A dedicated section for the defense space and New Technologies has been launched. (Pic Courtesy: Ministry of Defence)
