Hyderabad: India’s defence capabilities, from cutting-edge hypersonic missiles to advanced battle tanks and futuristic warfare technologies, will be on display at Gachibowli Stadium from February 28 to March 2 as part of ‘Vigyan Vaibhav.’
For the first time, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is organizing this large-scale event for students and the general public, collaborating with the Aeronautical Society of India and Kalam Institute of Youth Excellence, coinciding with Indian National Science Day.
The three-day event will be inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on February 29. Over 200 stalls will feature state-of-the-art DRDO and defence aerospace products, offering attendees a rare opportunity to witness India’s advancements in military technology.
Key exhibits include:
- Hypersonic glide missiles
- Short-range ballistic missiles
- Quick-reaction surface-to-air missiles
- Advanced radar systems
- Drones and aerospace innovations
Alongside the exhibition, defence research labs, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and private players will conduct expert talks on career opportunities in defence and aerospace. There will also be interactive sessions with industry leaders aimed at inspiring students to explore and engage with cutting-edge technologies.
GA Srinivas Murthy, Director of the Defence Research and Development Laboratory, stated, "DRDO will showcase real missile systems, including the latest hypersonic, surface-to-surface, and surface-to-air missiles—though without propulsion and explosives. So far, people have seen these on television, but now they can experience them firsthand."
DRDO DG Missiles U Raja Babu stressed the event's goal of attracting youth toward defence innovations. He remarked, "We have invited 25,000 to 30,000 students, providing them insights not just on advanced technologies but on potential career opportunities within the sector."
The event schedule is structured as follows:
February 28: Exclusive for registered students
March 1 & 2: Open to the general public from 9 AM to 6 PM
The event promises to provide unparalleled glimpses of India’s military advancements, fostering awareness and inspiration among the next generation. Participants can look forward to insights on technological innovations shaping the future of defence and opportunities to engage directly with professionals leading the charge in cutting-edge military technologies.