Rajnath Singh Calls For Integrated Civil-Military Aerospace Ecosystem
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Why in news
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called for an integrated civil-military aerospace ecosystem to address technology delays and foster public-private collaboration.
Background
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh handed over Light Combat Aircraft Tejas twin-seater trainers, Hindustan Turbo Trainer-40 basic trainer aircraft, and Dhruv Next Generation helicopters to the Indian Air Force and Pawan Hans Limited. The ceremony took place at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).
Facts for Prelims
- PostRajnath Singh: Union Minister of Defence
- FactLight Combat Aircraft Tejas: Twin-seater trainer variant
- FactHindustan Turbo Trainer-40: Basic trainer aircraft
- FactDhruv Next Generation: Helicopter model handed over to IAF and Pawan Hans Limited
- BodyHindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL): Primary aerospace manufacturing body
Prelims practice question
With reference to the aerospace assets handed over by the Ministry of Defence, consider the following statements:
- Dhruv Next Generation helicopters were handed over to the Indian Air Force and Pawan Hans Limited.
- The Hindustan Turbo Trainer-40 is a heavy-lift transport aircraft.
- The Light Combat Aircraft Tejas was handed over as a twin-seater trainer variant.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)1 and 2 only
- (b)1 and 3 only
- (c)2 and 3 only
- (d)1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: (b) 1 and 3 only — Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: It is a basic trainer aircraft.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of creating an integrated civil-military aerospace ecosystem for achieving India's goal of technological self-reliance in defence.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Public-private synergy: Leveraging private sector R&D to overcome public sector project delays
- Dual-use technology: Cost-efficiency of shared aerospace infrastructure for both commercial and defence aviation
- Supply chain bottlenecks: Addressing delays in indigenous technology projects through realistic timeline management
Keywords: Atmanirbhar Bharat · Dual-use technology · Public-private partnership · Aerospace ecosystem · Technological self-reliance
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