Bharat Forge, a leading Indian engineering firm, aims to join a consortium for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program, a significant fifth-generation stealth fighter initiative led by the Aeronautical Development Agency. This move highlights the increasing role of private industry in India’s defense sector and supports the government’s push for self-reliance in defense manufacturing. By leveraging its expertise in precision engineering, Bharat Forge could enhance the project’s capabilities, contributing to a stronger defense industrial base and meeting production timelines. Their participation would mark a notable shift, fostering confidence among private firms in competing for high-tech aerospace projects traditionally dominated by public entities.