Raksha Mantri to inaugurate 3-day North Tech Symposium, jointly organised by Indian Army & SIDM, in Prayagraj

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will inaugurate a North Tech Symposium, on the theme ‘Raksha Triveni Sangam – Where Technology, Industry & Soldiering Converge’, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh on May 04, 2026. The three-day event is being jointly organised by the Northern Command & Central Command of the Indian Army and the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (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. 284 companies are setting-up stalls showcasing their latest innovations and technologies. 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. This North Tech Symposium, which will conclude on May 06, 2026, 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.