India is actively engaging with four nations to enhance its military-grade turbofan engine capabilities, with estimates of investments between 40,000 to 50,000 Crores over the next decade. Key discussions involve finalizing a deal with General Electric for the F414 engine, essential for the TEJAS MK-2 and the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). This initiative aims to reduce dependence on foreign technology and promote indigenous aerospace development through international partnerships. However, India faces challenges such as limited expertise in critical components, funding constraints, and bureaucratic inefficiencies, necessitating a robust strategy of collaborations to achieve self-reliance and bolster its defense modernization efforts.
