Boeing's "Make In India" Initiative For P-8I Aircraft

Today, Boeing emphasized the significant progress made in localizing the production and maintenance of its P-8I maritime surveillance aircraft. They also provided insights into the future prospects of this platform, signalling increased investments and economic contributions in alignment with their Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India) strategy. Currently, the Indian Navy already operates twelve P-8Is, meeting their reconnaissance and surveillance requirements in the Indo-Pacific region. Top Boeing executives revealed to Business Today TV that there are plans in motion to introduce an additional six P-8I aircraft into the fleet. To learn more, watch the interview with Boeing India's President, Salil Gupte, in a discussion with Karishma Asoodani from Business Today TV.