New Delhi (NVI): The 11th biennial edition of DefExpo-2020 is all set to begin from tomorrow in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, from February 5 to 9, which will witness the cutting edge defence technology showcased by some of the big global defence manufacturers.
The mega event, to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has the theme ‘India: The Emerging Defence Manufacturing Hub’.
A robust security cover has been placed around the venue and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has also reviewed the security measures.
The DefExpo-2020 is expected to see participation from over 70 countries and will be in line with the biggest of the international defence exhibitions.
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) will showcase more than 500 products from all technology clusters.
Bengaluru-based defence aerospace major Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) will also display its prowess in defence and aerospace around the theme ‘Digital Transformation of Defence’.
European aircraft maker Airbus and the global aerospace and security company from US, Lockheed Martin, will also be showcasing their aircrafts in the exhibition.
Defence manufacturers from the United States, South Korea, France, Czech Republic, Sweden, the United Kingdom will also be participating in the event.
The DefExpo will play the role of a catalyst in attracting not only investments but also cutting-edge technologies to the region.
