DRDO Puts Indigenous Chip Technology in Focus at ESTIC 2026
What Happened
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) coordinated a session on semiconductors and next-generation chips at ESTIC 2026, held from October 27 to 29 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The programme covered chip design, AI computing and defence electronics, with participation from researchers and industry representatives. DRDO also announced an exhibition of indigenous technologies developed by its laboratories.
Key Takeaways
The initiative highlights India's efforts to develop domestic semiconductor expertise for defence and advanced technology. However, the event does not establish that new chips have entered commercial production or deployment.