Enabling Startups in Deep-Tech for Defence Innovation

The upcoming Virtual Knowledge Session on Enabling Startups in Deep-Tech for Defence Technology, organized by the Technology Development Fund (TDF) in collaboration with Finovista, will spotlight the pivotal role that startups play in driving cutting-edge innovation for the defence sector. The session will focus on enabling Deep-Tech solutions.

In today’s rapidly evolving defence landscape, the potential of Deep-Tech innovations to transform national security and bolster defence capabilities is immense. As India advances towards greater self-reliance in defence technologies, empowering startups to co-create future-ready solutions is more critical than ever.

This session will serve as a platform to explore strategies for involving startups in defence innovation. Discussions will revolve around how startups, academic institutions, and government initiatives can collaborate to build a strong ecosystem that supports the development and deployment of Deep-Tech solutions for defence applications.

The TDF scheme by DRDO offers a unique opportunity for startup-led innovation—providing mentorship, funding, and technical support to transition breakthrough ideas from lab to battlefield. This Knowledge Session will highlight how TDF and other enabling initiatives are bridging the gap between R&D and real-world deployment, creating tangible impact within India’s defence ecosystem.

This is a valuable opportunity to engage with industry leaders, policymakers, and defence experts to explore pathways for collaboration and innovation