IAF aerospace self-reliance workshop
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Jul 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The event reinforces India's push for defence self-reliance, potentially boosting domestic defence manufacturers and related stocks. It signals continued government support for indigenous aerospace programs, which could benefit companies like Cook Defence Systems and DRDO partners.
On July 30, 2026, the India — Indian Air Force and the Automotive industry in India co-hosted a workshop in New Delhi themed 'Sankalp' to promote aerospace self-reliance. Air Marshal Sanjiv Ghuratia, Officer-in-Charge (Maintenance), emphasized the need for collaboration among armed forces, industry, research organizations, academia, and certification agencies to achieve technological sovereignty. He highlighted emerging technologies like AI, predictive maintenance, quantum technologies, and cyber resilience, and warned against dependence on external supply chains. The workshop underscored India's progress in indigenous defence manufacturing, citing over sixty indigenous programs with DRDO and private industry, including the operational clearance of the Netra AEW&C system and the launch of the AEW&C-MK-2 program with Cook Defence Systems.
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