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AMCA Programme Facility in Andhra Pradesh: Rajnath Lays Stone

21 May 20261 min read
DEFENCE & SECURITYAMCA ProgrammeFacility in AndhraPradesh: RajnathLays Stone21 May 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh began work on the facility for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft programme in Andhra Pradesh and announced more defence projects.

Key facts

  • Project: facility for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme, valued at ₹15,000 crore.
  • State: Andhra Pradesh.
  • Aircraft: indigenous 5th-generation stealth fighter.
  • Developer: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
  • End users: Indian Air Force and Indian Navy.
  • Other projects announced: a naval systems manufacturing facility and an ammunition plant.

Exam angle

  • Full form: AMCA – Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft.
  • Generation: 5th; type: stealth fighter; developer: DRDO.
  • Foundation laid by Rajnath Singh in Andhra Pradesh.

Test yourself

1. AMCA, whose programme facility was launched in Andhra Pradesh, is which type of aircraft?

AMCA is an indigenous 5th-generation stealth fighter.

2. Which organisation is developing the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft?

The notes name DRDO as the developer.

3. What is the stated cost of the AMCA programme facility in Andhra Pradesh?

The facility is a ₹15,000 crore project.

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