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Coimbatore
Aeroplus 2025 Aviation Expo Takes Off at Nehru Aeronautical College
August 2, 2025
Coimbatore, August 1 — The Aeroplus 2025 Aviation Exhibition, a major initiative to promote aerospace awareness among students and the public, commenced on Friday at the Nehru College of Aeronautics and Applied Sciences in Kuniyamuthur, Coimbatore.
Organised jointly by institutions under the Nehru Group — including Nehru Institute of Engineering and Technology, Nehru Institute of Technology, and Nehru School of Architecture — the exhibition aims to offer a comprehensive overview of advancements in aviation, aerospace, and allied technologies.
Now in its eighth edition, Aeroplus is being held after a gap due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The exhibition showcases a range of activities and interactive zones designed to engage participants of all age groups. Among the key attractions are live aircraft displays with Two CESSNA AIRCRAFTS, ONE HAWKER AIRCRAFT and One Helicopter along with drone operations, robotics demonstrations, a parade by female aviation cadets, a shooting section with over 10 rifle models, and a simulator-based “Around the World in 80 Minutes” experience.
The event will remain open to school students from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on August 1 and 2, and to the general public from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on August 3. Entry is free.
The exhibition also features a career guidance centre focusing on wide spread opportunities in defence, civil, and high-altitude aviation sectors. Selected participants will be given an opportunity to sit in the cockpit of an aircraft. Competitions, lucky draws, and prizes have been planned to further encourage student participation.
The inauguration was presided over by Dr. P. Krishnadas, Chairman and Managing Trustee of the Nehru Group of Institutions. Dr. P. Krishnakumar, CEO and Secretary, delivered the keynote address, while Dr. H. N. Nagaraja, Executive Director, offered felicitations. Former Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (UA) Rear Admiral A. A. Das (Retd.) and Colonel Uluvu Swamy, Administrative Officer, NCC Group Headquarters, Coimbatore, were present as Guests of Honour.
Also present was Dr. M. V. Ajay Thangam, Assistant Commissioner of Police (Kuniyamuthur Range), among other dignitaries. The welcome address was delivered by Dr. P. R. Balaji, Dean of the College, and the vote of thanks was proposed by Mr. A. Rameshbabu, Training Manager and Coordinator of Aeroplus 2025.
