**Event Overview**
The Ministry of Defence has announced that Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will inaugurate the three-day North Tech Symposium in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on May 4, 2026. The event is scheduled to conclude on May 6, 2026. The symposium is jointly organized by the Northern Command and Central Command of the Indian Army, in collaboration with the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM).
**Theme and Objectives**
The event is held under the theme "Raksha Triveni Sangam - Where Technology, Industry & Soldiering Converge." Its primary objectives include:
* **Technological Integration:** Providing a platform to showcase indigenous technologies designed to overcome operational challenges.
* **Self-Reliance:** Promoting a sustainable and self-reliant defense ecosystem for the Indian Army by identifying technologies suitable for field deployment and maintenance.
* **Collaboration:** Acting as a bridge between the defense forces, scientists, industry leaders, and the academic community to strengthen national security.
* **Streamlining Procurement:** Identifying ways to improve procurement processes for cutting-edge innovations.
**Participation and Metrics**
The symposium features a wide range of participants, including Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), private defense technology firms, startups, and innovators from within the military. A total of 284 companies are participating, setting up stalls to demonstrate their latest innovations and technological advancements.
**Administrative Details**
* **Post Date:** May 3, 2026 (5:48 PM)
* **Location:** Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
* **Issuing Authority:** PIB Delhi / Ministry of Defence
* **Release ID:** 2257650
* **Official Designations Mentioned:** VK/SPS/DD/Savvy
Key Entities Referenced
North Tech Symposium: A three-day initiative and platform designed to showcase indigenous technologies, overcome operational challenges, and promote a self-reliant defence ecosystem.
Indian Army: The primary military stakeholder (specifically Northern and Central Commands) seeking to identify technologies for field deployment and streamline procurement.
Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM): The key industry body co-organizing the event to bridge the gap between defence forces, MSMEs, and private defence tech firms.
Ministry of Defence: The primary government ministry overseeing the symposium and the broader strategy for national security and technological excellence.
Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: The central location hosting the symposium under the theme ‘Raksha Triveni Sangam’.
Ministry of Defence
Raksha Mantri to inaugurate 3-day North Tech
Symposium, jointly organised by Indian Army &
SIDM, in Prayagraj
Posted On: 03 MAY 2026 5:48PM by PIB Delhi
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.****
VK/SPS/DD/Savvy
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