Emerging Technologies in Defence - 27 Nov 2024

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"Emerging Technologies in Defence" will provide insights on the transformative impact of cutting-edge innovations on military operations and strategies. As global security challenges evolve, technologies such as artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, cyber warfare, and advanced robotics are reshaping the landscape of defence. The speaker will highlight how these advancements enhance operational efficiency, situational awareness, and decision-making capabilities.

Drawing on case studies and real-world applications, the presentation will illustrate how militaries around the world are adapting to leverage these technologies, ensuring readiness for future conflicts. The objective is to provide insights into the strategic advantages offered by emerging technologies, emphasizing the need for continuous innovation and adaptation in defence practices. As the pace of technological advancement accelerates, understanding and harnessing these tools will be crucial for maintaining national security and global stability.

5:15 PM Registration & High Tea

6:00 PM Welcome & Introduction

Mr S Seetharaman

Chairman

Super Auto Forge Pvt Ltd

6.05 PM

Chairman’s Opening Remarks

Lt Gen K S Brar, AVSM

General Officer Commanding

Dakshin Bharat Area

6.15 PM

Address by the Speaker

Dr G Satheesh Reddy

President, Aeronautical Society of India

Former Secretary, Dept of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO & Former SA to Raksha Mantri

6.55 PM

7:10 PM

7:25 PM

Q&A Session

Vote of Thanks

Gp Capt R Vijayakumar (Retd), VSM

Executive Director

Madras Management Association

End of the Programme

Dr G Satheesh Reddy

President, Aeronautical Society of India

Former Secretary, Dept of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO & Former SA to Raksha Mantri

Dr. G Satheesh Reddy is a renowned defence and aerospace scientist, currently serving as the President of the Aeronautical Society of India. He is the former Secretary of the Department of Defence R&D, Chairman of DRDO, and Scientific Adviser to the Raksha Mantri. With a career spanning several decades, Dr. Reddy played a pivotal role in advancing India’s defence capabilities, spearheading projects like the Anti-Satellite Missile Test (Mission Shakti), the development of guided bombs, and a range of missile systems. He also led innovations in avionics, drones, hypersonic technologies, and artillery systems.

His efforts significantly contributed to India’s self-reliance in critical defence technologies and boosted defence exports. Dr. Reddy has been widely recognized for his contributions, including prestigious international awards like the Royal Aeronautical Society’s Honorary Fellowship and the Missile Systems Award by the AIAA. He has also been honored with over 25 honorary doctorates and numerous national awards for his groundbreaking work in defence R&D.

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Profile

Lt Gen K S Brar, AVSM

General Officer Commanding

Dakshin Bharat Area

Lt Gen K S Brar, took over as General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Dakshin Bharat Area, Chennai on 15 April 2023. The General Officer KS Brar has an enviable career spanning close to four decades, across varied operational areas and sectors to include North East, Jammu & Kashmir, deserts and plains. His command appointments include Command of a Brigade in Jammu & Kashmir in Counter Insurgency Operations, a Sector in the UN Mission in South Sudan and an Infantry Division in the Western Sector. Before assuming Command as GOC-Dakshin Bharat Area, the General Officer was the Director GeneralArmoured Corps and he was driving the Light Tank, Swarm Drone and other niche technology projects for the Army.

The General Officer has excelled in all courses, has two M. Phil degrees to his credit and is an IT savvy. He has the distinction of being part of the team which took the first tank to Ladakh Sector way back in 1987 and has also led a delegation to Bangladesh to conduct a Joint Indo-Bangladesh Seminar on UN Peacekeeping. The General Officer was conferred with AVSM, awarded twice each with COAS and GOC-in-C Eastern Command Commendation Cards.

The GOC on assuming command of Dakshin Bharat Area pledges to keep up the rich traditions of the Armed Forces and to effectively lead Dakshin Bharat Area and ensure operational readiness, judicious administration and welfare of veteran community.

Profile

Mr S Seetharaman, Chairman of Super Auto Forge Private Limited (SAF), Chennai, is a Mechanical engineering graduate. He established SAF in 1974. He is the first Entrepreneur in India to establish the Cold Forging Technology for manufacturing of components for Automobile Industries and other industries in India.

Today Super Auto Forge is the largest exporter of Cold/Warm forged Steel & Aluminium parts in India with the annual sales exceeding Rs.1400 crores, employing over 2000 persons. About 80% of SAF Production is exported to Automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers in USA & Europe.

Mr Seetharaman, Spear headed development of various Calibre of cartridge case and shell body for the ordinance Factories (now MIL) in India.

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