New Delhi, February 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Rolls-Royce CEO Tufan Ergünbilgic on Wednesday, expressing the government’s support for the company’s expansion activities in India.
In a post on the social media platform ‘X’, Modi stated, “I was pleased to meet Tufan Ergünbilgic, CEO of Rolls-Royce today. We welcome Rolls-Royce’s enthusiasm to expand its operations in India and partner with our innovative and dynamic youth.”
Previously, Rolls-Royce announced that its CEO discussed with Modi how the company is expanding its operations to become part of a “Developed India.” This includes plans to make its Global Capability Centre the largest in the world, co-manufacturing in complex manufacturing, and developing high-value engineering capabilities.
Last October, Rolls-Royce expressed pride in participating in industry dialogues during UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to India, following the signing of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement.
The company aims to strengthen the India-UK economic partnership, aligning with the India-UK Vision 2035. Ergünbilgic visited India as part of an industry delegation accompanying the UK Prime Minister.
He emphasized the company’s ambition to make India a domestic market for Rolls-Royce. “We have a deep ambition to make India the home of Rolls-Royce, based on our strong and successful partnership. Our competitively advanced technologies in air, land, and sea enable us to build capabilities within the country and develop strategic partnerships, accelerating India’s ‘Developed India’ goals,” he stated.
He further added, “We are committed to being a partner in the journey towards an Atmanirbhar Bharat, promoting growth, self-reliance, innovation, and strengthening global presence in critical industries.”
According to the company, its unique capabilities in civil aviation, defense, and energy sectors will enable it to enhance its presence and partnerships in India, providing energy, security, and connectivity for decades to come.
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