Azad Engineering, a precision engineering firm, inaugurated a 7,600 square meter manufacturing facility at its Centre of Excellence in Tunikibollaram, Hyderabad, on Thursday. This facility is designed to enhance the global supply chain for Baker Hughes, a major player in energy technology. It is fully integrated with Azad's existing infrastructure and represents the company's fourth dedicated facility, underscoring its commitment to expanding capacity in response to increasing demand across various sectors, including aerospace, defense, and oil and gas. Rakesh Chopdar, Chairman and CEO of Azad Engineering, emphasized that this facility is part of a strategic plan to build world-class manufacturing capabilities tailored for Baker Hughes. The partnership, which began eight years ago, has significantly deepened over time, with Azad supplying critical components for gas and steam turbines. The Telangana region has experienced a remarkable 30% year-on-year growth in precision engineering, with exports increasing by 103% last year, supported by a robust ecosystem of over 1,500 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and investments from global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) like Lockheed Martin and Boeing. Telangana's Minister for Industries and IT, D Sridhar Babu, highlighted the vision of establishing the state as a Global Centre for Engineering Innovation, with this partnership serving as a model for future collaborations.