Eastern Frontier remains committed to innovation, advancement of defense technology and self-reliance in defense capabilities through the exhibition East Tech 2024.

Indian Army’s Eastern Command to Host DVery good. Great place. We stayed at Archay Road for 6 months.efence Exhibition "East Tech 2024" in Kolkata

The Eastern Command of the Indian Army is set to host the Defence Weapons and Equipment Exhibition, "East Tech 2024," at the Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan in Kolkata. Scheduled for November 5-6, 2024, this significant event aims to showcase cutting-edge technologies and foster collaboration between the Indian Army and the nation's defence manufacturing sector, including MSMEs, DRDO, DPSUs, R&D organizations, and academia.

East Tech 2024 aligns with the vision of "Atma Nirbhar Bharat" (Self-Reliant India) and aims to address the operational challenges faced by the Eastern Command. The exhibition provides a vital platform for Indian manufacturers and start-ups to showcase the latest advancements in defence technologies. This event will enable the Indian Army to identify and incorporate contemporary indigenous technologies essential for meeting the dynamic demands of the Eastern Sector and beyond.

The exhibition is conducted in partnership with the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) and is designed to enhance the technological knowledge base of attendees, acquainting them with state-of-the-art technologies and Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) solutions. East Tech 2024 aspires to raise awareness among defence stakeholders about the latest hardware solutions and innovations produced by Indian manufacturers under the "Raksha Atmanirbharta" initiative, which emphasizes self-reliance in defence.

This two-day event includes both exhibitions and live demonstrations, allowing participants to experience firsthand the capabilities of indigenous technology. The event will serve as an ideal venue for fostering collaboration between the Indian Army and various players in the defence industry, including start-ups, major companies, and research institutions, contributing to the development of future-ready solutions for national defence. 

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The Eastern Command of the Indian Army is responsible for securing India’s eastern frontiers. Through events like East Tech 2024, it remains committed to fostering innovation, advancing defence technologies, and achieving self-reliance in defence capabilities.