SWAVLAMBAN 2026 Press Conference Announced
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The Ministry of Defence held a press conference on October 19, 2026, to announce the fifth edition of the Indian Navy's Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Seminar, Swavlamban 2026. Scheduled for October 26 and 27 at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi, the seminar aims to enhance indigenous technological innovation and strengthen self-reliance in defense. Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, emphasized the seminar's role in connecting the Navy's operational needs with the capabilities of Indian industry and academia. He also highlighted the necessity of developing niche technologies for improved combat readiness and operational flexibility in modern warfare.
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