Archive · 6 Dec 2025
Telangana Key to India's Defence and Aerospace Growth
Professor V Balakista Reddy, who is the head of the Telangana Council of Higher Education, spoke at a big meeting about defence and aerospace.
He said that India needs to work more closely with schools and universities to make better technology for these important areas.
He talked about how new laws and more private companies can help India grow in aviation and space.
He also said that Telangana is very important for India's future in these fields.
The professor explained that they are teaching students the skills they need to work in these industries.
He believes that by working together, India can become a leader in defence and aerospace.
Professor V Balakista Reddy emphasized the need for stronger industry-academia partnerships in defence and aerospace at the Defence & Aerospace Conclave 2025.
He highlighted the impact of globalisation, liberalisation, and privatisation on India's defence and aerospace sectors.
Reddy pointed to emerging opportunities in aviation, including private sector participation in airlines, airports, MRO facilities, air taxis, and air ambulance services.
He stressed the importance of space law and its role in shaping India's future in space exploration and commercial ventures.
TGCHE is equipping students with industry-ready skills through curriculum modernisation, industry-aligned programs, MoUs, and structured internships.
- Who
- Professor V Balakista Reddy, Chairman of the Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE)
- What
- Delivered a special address at the Defence & Aerospace Conclave 2025
- When
- Thursday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Telangana
- Why
- To emphasize the importance of industry-academia partnerships in defence and aerospace sectors
- Event
- Defence & Aerospace Conclave 2025
- Organizer
- Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Telangana
- Speaker
- Professor V Balakista Reddy, Chairman of TGCHE
- Key Themes
- Industry-academia partnerships, Atmanirbhar Bharat, Telangana Rising
- Focus Areas
- Aviation ecosystem, space law, skill development
- Initiatives
- Curriculum modernisation, industry-aligned programs, MoUs, internships
