Prime minister Narendra Modi on wednesday inaugurated the Safran Aircraft Engine services india (SAESI) facility in hyderabad through video conferencing, marking a major milestone in India’s journey to becoming a global aviation and aerospace hub.
This state-of-the-art centre is expected to significantly strengthen India’s capability in aircraft engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) — a sector witnessing rapid growth due to expanding domestic and international air traffic.
A Landmark Moment for India’s Aviation Sector
In his inaugural address, PM Modi highlighted the importance of building advanced MRO capabilities within india, noting that the country has long been dependent on foreign facilities for engine overhauls and repairs. With SAESI operational, india steps closer to achieving self-reliance (Atmanirbharta) in aviation maintenance.
He also appreciated Safran — a major French aerospace and defence company — for choosing india as a long-term partner and investing in cutting-edge infrastructure.
What the SAESI Facility Will Do
The Safran MRO centre is designed to service a wide range of commercial aircraft engines, including those powering popular Airbus and Boeing models used by airlines worldwide.
Key functionalities include:
- Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) of advanced aircraft engines
- High-precision inspection and testing
- Engine performance monitoring
- Component-level servicing
- Faster turnaround time for indian airlines, reducing dependence on foreign service centres
The facility will also help reduce operational costs for indian carriers and improve fleet availability.
Why hyderabad Was Chosen
Hyderabad has rapidly emerged as a preferred aerospace and defence manufacturing hub due to:
- World-class industrial parks and aviation infrastructure
- Proximity to major airline fleets
- Skilled engineering and technical workforce
- Strong government support for aviation and aerospace investment
The new Safran facility further strengthens Telangana’s position as a national leader in aerospace manufacturing and services.
Economic Impact and job Creation
Apart from strengthening India’s technical capabilities, the project is also expected to create:
- Thousands of direct and indirect jobs in engine maintenance, engineering, and logistics
- Advanced skill development for indian technicians and aviation professionals
- New opportunities for local suppliers and component manufacturers
This aligns with India’s broader vision to enhance domestic employment through high-value manufacturing.
India–France Partnership Gets Stronger
The inauguration is another milestone in the growing strategic partnership between india and France, especially in defence and aviation.
Safran already collaborates with india in:
- Aircraft engines
- Helicopter systems
- Defence technologies
- R&D partnerships
PM Modi noted that such collaborations underline global confidence in India’s economic growth and technological capability.
A Step Toward Aviation Self-Reliance
The prime minister reiterated that india is working to reduce costs and import dependency in the aviation sector. The commissioning of SAESI is expected to help indian airlines save hundreds of crores annually that would otherwise be spent abroad on engine servicing.
He emphasised that the facility reflects India’s ambition to become a major global aviation MRO hub in the coming years.
Conclusion
With the inauguration of Safran’s advanced MRO facility, india takes a giant leap toward strengthening its aviation ecosystem. The centre not only boosts technical capabilities and job creation but also reinforces India’s global position in the aerospace industry.
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