Hyderabad-based Raghu Vamsi Machine Tools Pvt Ltd, a prominent player in the aerospace and defense industry, unveiled its fully indigenous Micro Turbojet Engine 'INDRA RV25: 240N.'

The launch event was attended by Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, President of the Aeronautical Society of India, and former Scientific Advisor to the Defense Minister, as well as former Chairman of DRDO. Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy observed the live testing of the engine at RVMT's Hyderabad facility and officially inaugurated the assembly and test lab.

The notable features of the fully indigenous Micro Turbojet Engine "INDRA RV25: 240N" include its indigenous design and engineering, completed entirely within India by the skilled engineering team at RVMT. The project received support from IIT Hyderabad, showcasing the effectiveness of collaboration between industry and academia.

According to the company, the Micro Turbojet Engine reflects self-reliance and autonomy by minimizing dependence on imported technologies, components, and expertise. This contribution aligns with India's objective of attaining self-sufficiency in vital sectors, thereby strengthening national security and economic resilience.

The launch of the indigenous Micro Turbojet Engine not only promotes technological innovation but also stimulates the growth of the domestic aerospace and defense manufacturing ecosystem, generating employment opportunities and fostering economic growth.

According to Vamsi Vikas, MD of RVMT, "We are pleased to introduce our fully indigenous Micro Turbojet Engine, demonstrating India's ingenuity and determination to emerge as a global aerospace innovation hub. This accomplishment reaffirms our dedication to supporting the Atmanirbhar Bharat and 'Make in India' initiatives, driving growth and prosperity for our nation."

Arvind Mishra, Group COO of Raghuvamsi Group, remarked, "This achievement underscores our capabilities in designing and manufacturing mission-critical products and solutions for the Aerospace and Defense sector. The indigenous development of advanced technologies like these will enhance India's self-reliance and position it as an export hub for essential military products and solutions.”

He further added, “This success sets the stage for us to develop a complete range of micro turbojet engines weighing up to 100 kilograms suitable for use in UAVs missile propulsion, auxiliary power units, and range extenders, among various other applications."

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