Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Andhra Pradesh has launched an ambitious plan to strengthen its role in India’s space and defence sectors. The state government has partnered with Skyroot Aerospace to establish a space city in Tirupati with a ₹400 crore investment, aimed at private satellite launches and cost-effective launch vehicles. Alongside, two defence hubs are being set up in Madakasira with an investment of ₹3,000 crore, focusing on aerospace components, defence electronics, and weapon systems. Together, these initiatives position Andhra Pradesh as a future hub for space technology and defence manufacturing, creating jobs, boosting exports, and supporting India’s self-reliance mission.