Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh to Chair Ambassadors’ Round-Table in New Delhi Ahead of Aero India 2025

New Delhi - In the lead-up to Aero India 2025, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will chair an Ambassadors' Round-Table in New Delhi on January 10, 2025. The event will bring together Ambassadors and High Commissioners from over 150 friendly nations to discuss the significance of Aero India 2025. Invited diplomats will be briefed on key events of the upcoming airshow and extended a personal invitation from the Raksha Mantri to their senior leadership.

The meeting will also be attended by Shri Sanjay Seth, Raksha Rajya Mantri, and senior officials from the Ministry of Defence and the Armed Forces. The Round-Table will set the stage for deeper international engagement ahead of the highly anticipated Aero India 2025, which is set to be held at Air Force Station, Yelahanka, in Bengaluru, Karnataka from February 10-14, 2025.

Aero India 2025: Asia’s Premier Aerospace and Defence Event

Aero India 2025, the 15th edition of Asia's biggest airshow, will feature an array of events designed to foster collaboration and innovation in the aerospace and defence sectors. The five-day event will kick off with a curtain-raiser, followed by the inaugural event, the Defence Ministers' Conclave, and the CEOs’ Round-Table. Other highlights include the iDEX startup event, spectacular air shows, an expansive exhibition area showcasing the India Pavilion, and a trade fair featuring leading aerospace companies.

The event’s overarching theme, "The Runway to a Billion Opportunities," underscores India’s potential to become a global hub for aerospace and defence innovation. The first three days (February 10, 11, and 12) will be business days, offering industry leaders a platform to connect, collaborate, and explore new opportunities. The 13th and 14th will be public days, providing an opportunity for the general public to witness the airshows and interact with exhibitors.

Opportunities for Global Partnerships

Aero India 2025 will serve as a critical platform for foreign and Indian firms to explore new avenues for collaboration in the global aerospace value chain. The event is expected to foster indigenization efforts and strengthen India’s position as a leader in aerospace and defence technology. It will also facilitate the discovery of new opportunities for partnerships, joint ventures, and technology transfers between international and domestic companies.

Aero India has consistently attracted leading aerospace and defence companies from around the world, with the biennial event being regarded as a key moment for industry players to showcase their cutting-edge products and services. The event will play a vital role in shaping the future of India’s aerospace and defence industries while enabling further growth in the sector through global engagement and international collaboration.

With a spotlight on innovation, indigenization, and global partnerships, Aero India 2025 promises to be a transformative event for the Indian and global aerospace and defence communities.