In a bid to move towards self reliance in defence, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has invited India’s academia, scientific community and industry to collaborate and partner in its efforts towards Aatma Nirbhar Bharat, meaning self-reliance in defence. On the eve of Aero India, the biennial defence exhibition, an expression of interest (EoI) has been floated by the IAF inviting proposals for indigenous solutions for MRO and other key areas.
“The EoI have been floated requesting Proposals for #Indigenous solutions for Manufacture/ Repair & Overhaul of Aircraft, Aero Engines, associated Avionics, Mechanical Aggregates & other support equipment under JV Route as well in partnership with IAF’s Nodal Tech Centres,” the IAF said in a tweet.
31 invitations for Expression of Interest EoI have been floated on the eve of Aero India 2023 ahead of Aero India, the IAF said. Under the program, innovators may offer cutting edge solutions to share and collaborate with the IAF in a bid to move towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Welcoming the move, PM Narendra Modi said that the program is a great opportunity for India’s sharpest minds and dynamic entrepreneurs to be vital partners in the mission towards self-reliance. Speaking at the inaugural function of Aero India 2023 in Bengaluru on Monday, PM Narendra Modi said that India is moving towards becoming a defence exporter and a potential defence partner for many countries across the globe.
