New Delhi: State-owned defence electronics major Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Softvan Limited to collaborate on advanced technology solutions, including anti-drone systems, cyber security, cloud services, and digital governance, in line with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
The partnership aims to strengthen indigenous development of mission-critical systems by combining BEL’s system integration expertise with Softvan Limited’s digital engineering capabilities.
MoU Signing Ceremony
The MoU was signed by Mr. Prahalad P.S., General Manager (Civilian Marketing), BEL, and Mr. Pratik Kakadia, Managing Director, Softvan Limited, in the presence of Mr. Manoj Jain, Chairman and Managing Director, BEL, at New Delhi.
Focus on Cutting-Edge and Mission-Critical Technologies
Under the agreement, BEL and Softvan Limited will cooperate across a range of cutting-edge technology domains, including:
- Anti-Drone Technologies
- Cyber Security Solutions
- Cloud Services
- Digital Governance Platforms
- Electronic Warfare & Analytics (EW&A)
The collaboration seeks to leverage BEL’s extensive experience in system integration and large-scale programme execution, along with Softvan Limited’s strengths in digital product engineering and cyber security.
Supporting Aatmanirbhar Bharat Vision
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to developing and delivering indigenous solutions for defence, civilian, and government applications. By reducing reliance on imported technologies, the initiative supports India’s national objective of self-reliance under Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
About Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
Bharat Electronics Limited is a Navratna public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Defence and a leading player in defence electronics and professional electronics in India. BEL specializes in design, development, and manufacture of advanced electronic systems for defence, homeland security, cyber security, and smart governance applications.
About Softvan Limited
Softvan Limited, a subsidiary of SAHANA System, is a technology-driven company focused on digital product engineering, cyber security, cloud solutions, and advanced analytics. The company works across defence, government, and enterprise sectors, delivering scalable and secure digital solutions.
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