Virtual Event on JioMeet

11 September 2025 |  6:30 PM – 9:30 PM IST

Ticket: Rs. 295

About the Event

The defence sector in India is undergoing rapid transformation, with strong emphasis on self-reliance, technology innovation, and industry participation. To help businesses and professionals understand the frameworks, policies, and opportunities in this space, we are hosting a 3-hour virtual event:
"Essentials of Business in the Defence Sector".

This expert-led session brings together senior officials from the Ministry of Defence (MoD), Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA), and the Army Design Bureau, who will share insights into acquisition procedures, incentives, innovation frameworks, and standardisation requirements that shape the defence business ecosystem in India.

Sessions & Speakers

• Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020
  Brig Marut Shukla, DDG Acquisition Technical (Army), MoD
• Indigenisation of Components & Spares
  Bholanath Sonkar, Director (Indigenisation), Dept of Defence Production
• MoD Incentive Schemes
  Brig Sandeep Acharya, DQA (V&EE), DGQA, MoD
• Functioning of the Army Design Bureau
  Maj Gen CS Mann, VSM, Addl DG, Army Design Bureau
• Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme
  Capt Sanjeev Chadha, Directorate of Quality Assurance (Warship Projects), DGQA
• Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX)
  Bholanath Sonkar, Dir (Indigenisation), DDP, MoD
• Standardisation of Defence Items
  Air Cmde Rajneesh Kumar, Director, Directorate of Standardisation, MoD

Who Should Attend

This event is designed for:

• MSMEs, Startups & Entrepreneurs exploring defence manufacturing opportunities
• Technology Innovators aiming to contribute to defence innovation programs (like iDEX)
• Established Defence Suppliers & OEMs looking to engage with MoD processes
• Industry Associations & Consultants working with the defence ecosystem
• Academia & Researchers focused on defence innovation and R&D

Why You Should Attend

• Gain first-hand insights into MoD policies, procedures, and opportunities
• Understand how to participate in indigenisation and incentive schemes
• Discover the role of the Army Design Bureau in fostering innovation and collaboration
• Learn about testing infrastructure and standardisation requirements for defence items
• Network virtually with decision-makers, policy experts, and industry peers
• Build a roadmap for tapping into the expanding Indian defence market

Event Details

• Date: 11 September 2025
• Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM IST
• Platform: JioMeet (link will be shared after registration)
• Ticket Price: Rs. 295