New Delhi: Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth will inaugurate VISV-2026 (Vision, Innovation, Synergy, Values), organised by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in collaboration with the Centre for Joint Warfare Studies (CENJOWS), on 30 October 2026.
The event will be held at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi under the theme “Showcasing Defence Capabilities, Strengthening Global Partnerships”.
VISV-2026 aims to highlight India’s indigenous defence technology capabilities and strengthen engagement with friendly partner nations. Representatives from the defence establishment, industry, academia and the diplomatic community are expected to participate.
Focus on Indigenous Defence Technologies
The event will familiarise international partners with India’s progress in defence research, development and production, while exploring opportunities for technology-led cooperation and strategic partnerships.
Discussions will focus on strengthening domestic defence capabilities and expanding international collaboration through technological innovation, defence production and defence diplomacy.
Technical Sessions Across Key Sectors
The technical sessions will cover DRDO’s capabilities across several areas, including:
Aeronautical systems
Land and naval systems
Sensing and communications
Missile systems
Microelectronics
Computational solutions
Soldier support systems
A panel discussion will explore opportunities for joint collaboration, capability development and mutually beneficial partnerships between India and friendly partner nations.
The event will provide a platform to showcase India’s defence research and manufacturing capabilities while identifying avenues for deeper international cooperation.
