Rajnath to inaugurate North Tech Symposium today
Union Ministers, UP CM, 284 companies to participate
Sanjeev Pargal
JAMMU, May 3: The Northern and Central Commands of the Indian Army and the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) will jointly host three-day North Tech Symposium at Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh beginning tomorrow.
As many as 284 companies are participating in North Tech Symposium and will display their latest and modernized weaponry, official sources told the Excelsior.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate the Symposium tomorrow morning with the theme ‘Raksha Triveni Sangam – Where Technology, Industry & Soldiering Converge’, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, in the presence of Army chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi.
Rajnath will address the symposium and witness the latest weaponry displayed by the companies.
On May 5, Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth will attend the symposium in first half while Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office and Incharge Science and Technology (PMO) Dr Jitendra Singh will join during second half. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will attend the tech symposium on last day i.e. May 6.
The three-day event is being jointly organised by the Northern Command, headquartered at Udhampur in Jammu division, Central Command and the SIDM.
“This symposium will serve as a vibrant platform to showcase and integrate state-of-the-art indigenous technologies to overcome operational challenges. The exhibition will feature an array of participants including MSMEs, private Defence Tech firms, start-ups and innovators in uniform from across the country. As many as 284 companies are setting-up stalls showcasing their latest innovations and technologies,” the officials said.
They added that the event aims to identify technologies suited for field deployment; maintenance processes and streamline procurement to promote a sustainable and self-reliant defence ecosystem for the Indian Army.
“The Indian Army has been highlighting the operational relevance of cutting-edge technologies and the need for continuous innovation to address the evolving security challenges. The North Tech Symposium is expected to serve as a bridge between defence forces, scientists, industry leaders and the academic community, fostering collaboration aimed at strengthening national security & technological excellence,” the officials said.
Major highlight of the event will be focus on future of defence mobility. Live demonstrations will showcase cutting-edge technologies designed to enhance troop safety and operational efficiency, even in extreme geographical conditions.
These include AI-based surveillance systems and heavy-lift logistics drones capable of supporting military operations in remote and difficult areas, the officials said, adding the symposium will also feature indigenous artillery systems and new prototypes developed to reduce dependence on foreign defence equipment, in line with the Government of India’s push for self-reliance.
Meanwhile, Northern Command chief Lt Gen Pratik Sharma today conducted a comprehensive final review of the ongoing preparations for the North Tech Symposium. He interacted with key stakeholders, organizers, and participating agencies to assess the level of readiness and coordination for the mega event and was briefed on various aspects of planning, logistics, technological exhibits, and security arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of the symposium.
The Army Commander expressed satisfaction over the meticulous planning and emphasized the importance of seamless coordination among all stakeholders to make the event a grand success. He highlighted that the symposium will serve as a significant platform for showcasing cutting-edge defence technologies and fostering collaboration among the armed forces, industry, and academia.
The North Tech Symposium 2026 symbolizes the convergence of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement in the defence sector.
The event is expected to witness participation from senior military officials, defence experts, industry leaders, and academic institutions from across the country, further strengthening India’s vision of self-reliance in defence and technological excellence.
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