Powerful countries are competing with each other to develop next-generation advanced fighter jets. In such a situation, India is also determined not to be left behind. While India is already working on its fifth-generation advanced medium combat aircraft (AMCA) fighter aircraft, the development of 6th-generation jets by China and the United States has prompted India to accelerate its efforts. The DRDO is now set to embark on ambitious research and development into next-generation fighter jet technologies that will make India stronger in future aerial warfare.

In an exclusive revelation to idrw.org, a senior DRDO official revealed that plans are underway to initiate R&D on emerging innovations such as wing morphing, nano-coating for stealth applications, and fly-by-light systems.

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