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Founder Journalist Beena R Khemani
Global Defence Leaders Unite in Gandhinagar: RRU Expo Showcases India’s Innovation Power
In a major boost to India’s global
#defence outreach, a two-day international defence engagement concluded successfully in
#Gandhinagar, bringing together Defence Attachés,
#industry #leaders,
#policymakers, and
#academic #experts on a single platform to strengthen cooperation,
#innovation, and strategic
#partnerships.
The second day began with a formal welcome of Defence Attachés, followed by a detailed presentation highlighting the
#academic excellence, advanced
#research capabilities, and growing global role of Rashtriya Raksha University (
#RRU) in strategic and defence studies.
A key highlight of the event was an insightful session by the
#Army Design Bureau. Major General C.S. Mann, VSM, ADG, Army Design Bureau, delivered a compelling talk on “
#Indigenous Defence
#Innovation: Army Design Bureau’s
#Collaborative Pathways for Global Technology
#Partnerships.” The session underlined India’s strong push towards
#Aatmanirbhar #Bharat, focusing on self-reliance and global
#collaboration in defence manufacturing.
The Defence
#Expo featured participation from 23 leading defence and technology companies, showcasing India’s rapidly expanding defence
#ecosystem.
Major contributors included Munitions India Ltd, Larsen & Toubro (L&T Defence), Zen Technologies Ltd, and SMPP Ltd, alongside innovative firms like Tonbo Imaging India Pvt. Ltd. and Tecknotrove Systems Pvt. Ltd.
Emerging players such as Dronelab Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Secumatic Technologies LLP, and Mobisec Technologies Pvt. Ltd. demonstrated advancements in UAVs, surveillance, and cybersecurity. Meanwhile, companies like Aegis Advanced Coatings LLP, MD Metalline Industries, and Zenfin Industries LLP highlighted expertise in advanced materials and manufacturing.
Defence Attachés actively engaged with exhibitors, fostering meaningful
#dialogue and exploring future collaborations.
#Delegates also visited RRU’s state-of-the-art laboratories, gaining insights into cutting-edge research
#infrastructure and training systems.
#Live #demonstrations by participating companies provided hands-on exposure to modern defence technologies and their
#operational capabilities, enhancing the practical understanding of
#emerging innovations.
Adding strategic perspective to the event, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized India’s vision of responsible global partnership.
“India remains committed to becoming a Vishwa Mitra — a trusted partner and friend to the world.
The event concluded with a
#grand closing
#ceremony, marking the successful culmination of two days of impactful engagement. The initiative reinforced India’s vision of self-reliant defence growth, strengthening industry-academia collaboration and expanding global defence partnerships.
This
#landmark event stands as a strong testament to India’s rising stature as a global hub for defence innovation and
#security #leadership.
K & K Media Network
Founder Journalist Beena R Khemani