PARIS, France: India’s presence at Eurosatory 2026 has attracted global attention as the country showcased a wide range of indigenous defence technologies at the world’s largest land and air-land defence exhibition. The event is being held at the Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre near Paris from June 15 to June 19 and features more than 2,000 exhibitors from 61 countries.
India’s participation reflects its growing ambition to become a major global defence manufacturer and exporter while promoting locally developed military technologies.
What Is Eurosatory
Eurosatory is considered the world’s leading exhibition for defence and security equipment. The event is organized once every two years and brings together governments, military leaders, defence companies, and technology experts from around the world.
The exhibition covers a wide range of sectors, including:
- Tanks and armoured vehicles
- Missiles and weapons systems
- Communication technologies
- Logistics solutions
- Military simulation systems
- Operational medicine
- Disaster response equipment
- Security technologies
India’s Strong Presence at Eurosatory 2026
A total of 31 Indian entities, including the Ministry of Defence and leading public and private sector companies, are participating in the exhibition. Major Indian participants include:
- Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
- Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL)
- Tonbo Imaging
- SMPP
- Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
- MKU
- Ashok Leyland Defence
- Armoured Vehicles Limited
- MECON Components
These organizations are displaying advanced defence products and technologies developed in India.
Eurosatory 2026: Indigenous Defence Systems on Display
One of the major highlights from the Indian pavilion is KSSL’s MArG-39 mounted artillery gun system. The system combines powerful long-range firepower with high mobility, allowing forces to move quickly after firing. Such systems are important in modern warfare because they help troops avoid enemy counterattacks. DRDO is also showcasing several advanced systems, including:
- Pinaka guided rocket system
- Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORAD)
- Lightweight torpedo
- Rudram anti-radiation missile
- Advanced defence electronics
These products demonstrate India’s growing capability to design and manufacture sophisticated military equipment domestically.
India’s Defence Export Ambitions
India is increasingly focusing on defence exports as part of its broader “Make in India” and “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” initiatives. The country now exports defence equipment to more than 80 nations and continues to expand its global footprint. Indian defence manufacturers are using international exhibitions like Eurosatory to connect with foreign buyers and build long-term partnerships.
Industry experts say India’s strategy is shifting from being a major importer of defence equipment to becoming a trusted supplier of advanced military systems.
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