On Friday, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the foundation stone for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh. This significant project, estimated to cost ₹15,803 crore (approximately $1.9 billion USD), is projected to generate 7,500 jobs and bolster India's indigenous defense and aerospace manufacturing sector. Alongside the AMCA project, several other defense initiatives were launched, including those under the Drone City initiative. The Defence Minister and Chief Minister also visited a defense exhibition showcasing advanced military equipment, such as missiles and a fighter aircraft prototype. A key component of the AMCA project is the Aircraft Integration and Flight Testing Centre, which will be developed by the Aeronautical Development Agency to facilitate aircraft testing and certification. Furthermore, a new Naval Systems Manufacturing Facility will be established by Bharat Dynamics Limited in T Sirasapalli village, Anakapalli district, to meet the increasing demand for advanced underwater weapon systems. Groundbreaking ceremonies were also held for various other facilities, including the Defence Energetics Facility and an Ammunition and Electric Fuzes Plant, indicating a significant investment in India's defense infrastructure.