The Economic Times

From Shakti, Aravalli to HTSE-1200: How India is developing its own desi helicopter engines from attack to cargo

Indias aerospace propulsion journey is moving beyond licensed production towards joint development and indigenous engine design, with the expansion of Shakti helicopter engine manufacturing marking the latest milestone. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated a second Shakti production line at HALs Koraput division, which will manufacture up to 100 engines annually once fully operational.