Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

Ajay Kumar Shrivastava has been appointed as the Director (Engineering & R&D) at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), bringing with him nearly four decades of experience in the aerospace sector. Starting his journey as a Management Trainee in 1988, Shrivastava has held key leadership roles, including heading the Aircraft Research & Design Centre (ARDC) and the Transport Aircraft Research & Design Centre (TARDC). His work has significantly advanced indigenous aircraft programs and reduced import dependence through successful indigenisation. His appointment is poised to strengthen HAL’s R&D framework and accelerate India's progress in defence and civil aviation innovation under the Make in India initiative.