At the Wings India 2026 summit held at Begumpet Airport in Hyderabad, Union Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu shared a strong and ambitious plan for India’s future in the aviation and aerospace sector.
Speaking at the event on January 29, the Minister said India no longer wants to be only a user of aviation services. Instead, the country aims to become a major global hub for aircraft design, manufacturing, financing and maintenance.
He explained that India wants to build airplanes and related equipment within the country, rather than depending heavily on imports. This step, he said, will help strengthen the domestic aviation industry and create more jobs.
Minister Naidu said that the growth of the aviation sector depends on building a complete ecosystem. This includes skilled workers, modern infrastructure, strong policies and support from both the government and private companies. He added that progress cannot happen through small or isolated efforts.
He also pointed out that India’s young population and large middle class are key drivers of demand for air travel. As more people can afford to fly, the need for better and bigger aviation services will continue to grow.
While admitting that India has faced challenges in aircraft production in the past, the Minister said the country has recently made good progress in local manufacturing. He noted that many global companies now see India as a strong and reliable manufacturing base.
The government hopes that these efforts will help India become a major player in the global aviation market and reduce dependence on foreign countries.