India Seeking to become a Global Aerospace hub

India is rapidly emerging as a key player in civil aviation and aircraft component manufacturing, Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said on Friday. Chairing a high-level meeting to review and advance aircraft component manufacturing in the country, Naidu discussed a unified national roadmap to establish India as a global aerospace hub. The discussions focused on strengthening domestic production and enhancing India’s global competitiveness in this sector.  

Driven by strategic partnerships with leading global aerospace firms and the rising demand for air travel, India's aircraft component manufacturing industry is witnessing significant growth. Major international original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are increasingly sourcing components from India, underscoring the country's reputation for high-quality and reliable products.  

“Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ in the aerospace sector, I can confidently state that we are already at a respectable position in the global civil aviation arena, but our ambition now is to be in the lead,” Naidu said.  

He emphasized the need to build a comprehensive ecosystem that includes skill development, design, manufacturing, maintenance, certification, and knowledge-sharing through close collaboration between ministries, departments, and industry stakeholders.  

“With our deep reservoir of talent and resources, and by integrating valuable industry insights, we can chart a unified national roadmap that transforms these opportunities into concrete, strategic outcomes,” he added.  

The minister assured industry leaders of the government's strong commitment to developing an inclusive and sustainable roadmap for India's aerospace manufacturing sector.