IAF chief cites China's fighter jets to stress on self-reliance
India needs to boost its self-reliance in defense R&D, highlighted by China's rapid military advancements, including new stealth aircraft. Air Chief Marshal A P Singh emphasized India's security concerns and the slow progress of the Tejas fighter delivery. The development of India's 5th-generation fighter is delayed, making increased investments in domestic production essential despite higher costs.
India needs to boost its self-reliance in defense R&D, highlighted by China's rapid military advancements, including new stealth aircraft. Air Chief Marshal A P Singh emphasized India's security concerns and the slow progress of the Tejas fighter delivery. The development of India's 5th-generation fighter is delayed, making increased investments in domestic production essential despite higher costs.
