Uttar Technology Symposium 2026 is being held

¨     Uttar Technology Symposium 2026 is being held from 4–6 May 2026.

¨     The event is taking place in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.

¨     It was inaugurated by Rajnath Singh on 4 May 2026.

¨     It is a three-day event focused on discussions around emerging defence technologies and innovations.

¨     The symposium is jointly organized by the Northern and Central Commands of the Indian Army along with Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers.

¨     The aim is to enhance coordination between the military, industry, and technology experts, and to promote indigenous defence solutions.

Theme and Participation

¨     The theme of the symposium is “Raksha Triveni Sangam – Where Technology, Industry & Soldiering Converge”.

¨     A total of 284 companies are participating, including MSMEs, private defence technology firms, start-ups, and uniformed innovators.

¨     The event includes technology displays, problem statements, and interaction between military users and developers.

Defence Innovation and Procurement

¨ The symposium focuses on field-ready technologies, maintenance systems, and procurement processes for the Indian Army.

¨     It also aims to connect operational requirements with technological solutions in areas such as artificial intelligence, drones, and surveillance systems.

¨     A Compendium of Problem Definition Statements was released at a Curtain Raiser event on 25 March 2026 in New Delhi.