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India Urges MSMEs to Enter Aerospace Manufacturing

September 11, 2026

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Key Takeaways

India's aviation market is expanding rapidly.
The government encourages MSMEs to enter aerospace manufacturing.
India's aerospace and defence market may reach $61 billion by 2035.
The commercial aviation fleet is expected to more than double.

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Strategic Implications

This initiative may signal India's growing ambition in the global aerospace sector. The focus on MSMEs could suggest a shift towards diversifying the country's manufacturing base, which could lead to increased competitiveness and innovation in the industry. The projected growth in passenger traffic and aircraft demand indicates a significant opportunity for Indian companies to become part of international aerospace supply chains.

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What Happened

Government Seeks to Replicate Auto Success in Aerospace Sector

The Indian government is urging micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to diversify into aerospace manufacturing as the country’s aviation market expands rapidly. According to Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, India’s aerospace and defence market is projected to nearly double from $30 billion in 2025 to $61 billion by 2035. The government aims to replicate the success of India’s auto-component and mobile phone manufacturing sectors in aerospace. This development was reported by The Financial World.

Source | Originally Published: September 11, 2026

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