Green Aero, a deep tech startup based in New Delhi, recently secured $1.6 million in seed funding led by pi Ventures to advance its mission of developing next-generation aero engines for defence and civilian applications. Founded by Dr. Prithwish Kundu, previously a research scientist at the U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory, the startup is revolutionizing aero engine technology in India by focusing on efficiency, performance, and sustainability. A significant milestone was achieved with the successful test firing of India's first hydrogen-powered aero engine core, named 'The Blue Dragon'. The company is committed to decarbonizing the aviation industry and promoting strategic self-reliance in aerospace by developing breakthrough propulsion technologies. Green Aero's innovative engine designs aim to deliver higher efficiency, adaptability to multiple fuels, and significant performance improvements. With plans to commercialize its first engine within the next year, Green Aero is on a mission to position India at the forefront of propulsion innovation, emphasizing cleaner and more fuel-efficient solutions for the transportation industry.