New Delhi, March 21 -- The National Defence Industries Conclave (NDIC) 2026, organised by the Department of Defence Production, concluded at the Manekshaw Centre after two days of deliberations on advanced manufacturing technologies and industry participation in defence production.

Held under the theme 'Advanced Manufacturing Technologies', the conclave brought together MSMEs, Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs), private defence firms, innovators, policymakers and academia to discuss ways to strengthen India's defence manufacturing ecosystem and accelerate adoption of emerging technologies.

Addressing the valedictory session, Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth highlighted the critical role of MSMEs, startups and innovators in boosti...