Bangalore, Feb.13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (February 13) inaugurated the 14th edition of India’s largest aerospace and defence exhibition, Aero India 2023. During the event, PM Modi bolstered the ‘Make in India’ campaign and gave a fresh impetus to the domestic aviation sector.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (February 13) unveiled Aero India 2023 show in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Addressing the inaugural event, PM Modi said the sky of Bengaluru is a witness to the capability of New India.
Addressing the gathering, PM Modi said, “The sky of Bengaluru is becoming a witness to the capability of New India. Bengaluru’s sky is giving a testimony that the new height is the truth of New India. Today, the nation is touching new heights and even crossing it.”
“Aero India is an example of the expanding capabilities of India. The presence of around 100 nations here shows that the trust of the world in India has increased. More than 700 exhibitors from India and the world are participating. It has broken all the past records,” PM Modi said.
The five-day event will include aerial displays by aircraft and helicopters along with a large exhibition and trade fair for aerospace and defence companies.
A premier exhibition in the global aviation industry, Aero India is held biennially in a total area of around 35,000 sqm, providing opportunity to the industry to showcase its capabilities, products and services.
Defence Research and Development Organisation-developed Medium Altitude Long Endurance class unmanned aerial vehicle TAPAS-BH (Tactical Aerial Platform for Advanced Surveillance – Beyond Horizon) will make its flying debut at Aero India.
According to DRDO “TAPAS is DRDO’s solution to the tri-services ISTAR (intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance) requirements. The UAV is capable of operating at altitudes up to 28000 feet, with an endurance of 18 plus hours”.
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