Summary:
- The Tejas, India's indigenous fighter aircraft, is celebrating its 25th anniversary. It was developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
- The DRDO chief says the focus is now on the Tejas Mk II and the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), which are more advanced versions of the Tejas.
- The Tejas has been a significant achievement for India, as it has become the first homegrown fighter jet to be inducted into the Indian Air Force. It has helped reduce India's dependence on foreign-made fighter jets.