India Develops First Indigenous 350 Kg Turbojet Engine

India has developed its first indigenous turbojet engine with a thrust of 350 kg.

This engine was designed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation's Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) and manufactured by Azad Engineering.

The successful development and delivery of the engine on July 22 mark a significant step forward in India's efforts to strengthen self-reliance in advanced aerospace and defence technologies.

The engine's development demonstrates India's growing technological capabilities in manufacturing sophisticated propulsion systems.

The successful delivery represents the culmination of years of precision engineering, advanced manufacturing, and close collaboration between India's scientific and industrial communities.

The engine was formally handed over by Azad Engineering CEO Rakesh Chopdar to key officials, including Dr K. Rajalakshmi Menon and Dr S.V. Ramanamurty.

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh congratulated the teams involved, highlighting the collaboration's role in achieving this historic milestone.

This development is expected to further strengthen India's indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities and support the country's broader goal of achieving self-reliance in critical military technologies.