With reference to the proposed investments for aerospace and defence manufacturing, consider the following statements: 1. HAL plans to invest ₹500 crore for the production of AL-31FP. 2. The second Shakti engine line is targeted for completion by 2030. 3. The proposed investment for AMCA propulsion is ₹5,000 crore. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Rajnath Singh proposes ₹5,000 crore investment for AMCA propulsion at HAL Koraput

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Industry, investment & MSMEs· Prelims + Mains· 6 October 2026

Defence indigenization and aerospace manufacturing: a key GS3 case study on Atmanirbhar Bharat.

Why in news

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh proposed a ₹5,000 crore investment for AMCA propulsion at HAL Koraput to bolster indigenous aero-engine capabilities.

Background

The proposal involves a ₹5,000 crore investment for AMCA propulsion in partnership with Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI). HAL plans to invest ₹335 crore for AL-31FP production and ₹218 crore for a second Shakti engine line by 2028-29.

Facts for Prelims

FactProposed investment for AMCA propulsion: ₹5,000 crore
FactHAL investment for AL-31FP production: ₹335 crore
FactHAL investment for second Shakti engine line: ₹218 crore
FactTarget year for second Shakti engine line: 2028-29
BodyMIDHANI: Partnering with HAL for AMCA propulsion

Prelims practice question

With reference to the proposed investments for aerospace and defence manufacturing, consider the following statements:

HAL plans to invest ₹500 crore for the production of AL-31FP.
The second Shakti engine line is targeted for completion by 2030.
The proposed investment for AMCA propulsion is ₹5,000 crore.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 only
(b)3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

Show answer

Answer: (b) 3 only — Statement 3 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: HAL plans to invest ₹335 crore for AL-31FP production. Statement 2 is incorrect: The target year for the second Shakti engine line is 2028-29.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative in the aerospace and defence manufacturing sector to reduce import dependency.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Supply chain integration: Synergy between HAL and MIDHANI for high-grade aerospace materials
Technological sovereignty: Transitioning from assembly to indigenous propulsion system manufacturing
Fiscal allocation: Balancing capital expenditure for domestic R&D vs. immediate production capacity

Keywords: Atmanirbhar Bharat · Aerospace manufacturing · Propulsion systems · Defence indigenization · Capital expenditure

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