The DefExpo, a significant biennial event orchestrated by the Ministry of Defence, hits a milestone in 2020 by holding its 11th edition in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The expo is scheduled for five days, from the 5th to 9th of February. This titanic defence exhibition, held every two years, has grown to become one of the most significant events of its kind on the global stage, with the previous 10th edition having been held in Chennai, Tamil Nadu in 2018.
DefExpo 2020: An Overview
DefExpo 2020 specially stands out with its central theme ‘India: The Emerging Defence Manufacturing Hub.’ Concentrating on the ‘Digital Transformation of Defence’, the expo aims to create an avenue for the introduction of new technologies and innovative solutions. These advancements pertain particularly to defence manufacturing and are brought forward by both Indian and international companies.
A Unified Platform
Through DefExpo 2020, manufacturers can promote their products and services in the defence sector on a single, unified platform. This opportunity boosts the Indian defence industry by magnifying its potential for exportation.
Defence Spectrum on Display
The comprehensive spectrum of India’s interests in aerospace, defence, and security will be showcased in the 2020 Defence Expo. By doing this, the event plays a crucial role in exhibiting India’s capabilities in these sectors on the international stage.
Fifth India Russia Military Industry Conference
In addition to the main event, the fifth India Russia Military Industry Conference is slated to take place on the sidelines of DefExpo 2020. The conference primarily targets issues concerning life-cycle support and maintenance of major Russian-origin equipment and platforms. These include SU-30 MKI aircraft, Mi-17 Helicopters, MiG-29K aircraft, INS Vikramaditya, and T-90 tanks.
