Bengaluru, Feb. 10 -- Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday inaugurated the Aero India 2025, Asia's top aerospace exhibition in Bengaluru stating that it was akin to the MahaKumbh mela as it showcases the strength and resilience of Indian soil in a world of uncertainties.

Addressing the event, the Defence Minister termed Aero India as a "Mahakumbh" of courage and armaments.

The 15th edition of Asia's top aerospace exhibition, Aero India 2025 commenced this morning at Yelahanka Air Force Station here..

"The Maha Kumbh is underway in India. In the form of Aero India, another Mahakumbh is being unfolded in India. On one side Prayagraj's Mahakumbh is a Kumbh of self-respect while on another side Aero India is a Kumbh of research. ...