Next-gen stealth fighter, missiles & UAVs: DRDO’s big showcase at Aero India 2025

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has displayed a full-scale model of India’s first 5.5 Generation stealth Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) at the 15th edition of Aero India, showcasing the country’s growing indigenous defence capabilities.

The stealth aircraft with cutting-edge features at the India Pavilion at Air Force Station Yelahanka in Bengaluru.

The Pavilion will showcase India’s commitment to its Make-in-India initiative by displaying indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities and cutting-edge technologies ready for the global stage, a government release said.

DRDO is exhibiting over 330 products categorised into 14 technology zones, covering areas such as Advanced Materials & Composites, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Technology, Combat Aircraft Technology, Missile Systems, and Electronic Warfare.

The indoor pavilion, located in Hall-D, is divided into nine thematic areas, including 'Airborne Surveillance Solutions,' 'Next-Generation Missile Systems,' and 'Supremacy in the Skies – ADA’s 5th Gen Leap.'

Apart from the AMCA model, DRDO is showcasing 16 other indigenous products, including the Twin Engine Deck Based Fighter (TEDBF), LCA Mk-2, Air Droppable Container (ADC)-150, Advanced Lightweight Torpedo, Kaveri Derivate Aero Engine (without afterburner), and the Naval Anti-Ship Missile (Medium Range).

The outdoor display features full-scale models of key defence assets such as the QRSAM Mobile Launcher Vehicle, Akash NG Launcher, Archer UAV (Rustom-1), and Vehicle Mounted Jammer. An upgraded Dornier aircraft, which boasts enhanced avionics, advanced radar systems, and improved electronic warfare capabilities, is one of the highlights of DRDO's participation at the Aero Show.

On Tuesday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate a seminar titled 'DRDO Industry Synergy towards Viksit Bharat: Make in India - Make for World', releasing key policy documents and chairing discussions on defence export opportunities.

An Indigenisation & Valedictory event, 'SAMARTHYA,' scheduled for February 12 by the Department of Defence Production, will honour contributors to indigenous defence technologies, with five DRDO-developed products being recognised.