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Welcome to the National Conference on Transparent Warfare : Equipping and Training to Win

The Society for Aerospace Maritime and Defence Studies (SAMDeS) invites you to join an insightful, day-long event that delves into the paradigm shift in modern warfare, marked by the dominance of ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) technologies, cyber warfare, and the challenges of the "transparent battlefield."

Date: 18th December 2024
Venue: The Ashoka Hall, Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi

This conference gathers thought leaders, eminent defense professionals, policymakers, and industry innovators to discuss equipping and training imperatives for this evolving combat environment.

Why Attend?

Understand the Future of Warfare: Learn about the challenges posed by a "transparent battlefield" where ISR technologies and cyber capabilities redefine the rules of engagement.

Explore Innovations in Defense Technology: Gain insights into cutting-edge developments in defense equipment, simulations, and training aids to tackle the challenges of modern warfare.

Network with Key Stakeholders: Meet defense professionals, innovators, and policymakers shaping the future of warfare. Conference Highlights Inaugural Session

Keynote by General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Defence Staff

Guest of Honour: Admiral Karambir Singh, Former CNS Plenary Discussions

Equipping and Training Imperatives: Moderated by Lt. Gen. A. S. Lamba (Retd).

The Facilitative Framework: Fireside chat featuring Dr. Samir V. Kamat, Secretary, DRDO. Panel Discussions

Innovation & Technology Development for Transparent Warfare: Led by Dr. Chandrika Kaushik, DG, DRDO.

Simulations and Training Aids: Chaired by Shri Amit Satija, IAS, CEO, Defence Innovation Organisation.

Closing Session Rapporteurs Report and Closing Remarks by Smt. Shobhana Joshi, Co-Chairperson, SAMDeS.

Featured Speakers :
Dr. D. K. Sunil, CMD, HAL
Air Chief Marshal R.K.S. Bhadauria (Retd.)
Shri Sanjeev Kumar, IAS, Secretary, Defence Production
Maj. Gen. Sandeep Puri, ADG, Futures and Transformation, Indian Army

How to Register :
Seats are limited! Reserve your spot today by clicking: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1q2a3IWfD2PxDjkk7r6B6c6GU0lkpImWaNabHySYu_D0/

For queries regarding participation and sponsorship, contact:
Convener: Commodore Sujeet Samaddar, NM (Retd)
Founder and Secretary, Society for Aerospace Maritime and Defence Studies
Email: [email protected] ; Tel: +91-98101 88696
https://www.samdesindia.in

Join us as we explore the next frontier in defense strategy and technology. Together, let’s equip and train for the challenges of Transparent Warfare.




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I congratulate you for taking the timely initiative of setting up the Society for Aerospace, Maritime and Defence Studies.

Shri Nikhil Gandhi

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Shri PR Sivasubramanian

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