AeroDef 2026 Set for April 8-10 at India International Convention & Expo Centre – IICC

Dwarka, India – New Delhi is gearing up for AeroDef India Manufacturing Expo & Conference 2026, which returns for its sixth edition from April 8-10 at the Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre – IICC), Dwarka. Organized by Infinity Expo Pvt Ltd and supported by Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA) under the Department of Defence Production in the Ministry of Defence, the event is expected to bring together the full spectrum of India’s aerospace and defence manufacturing ecosystem under one roof.

At its core, AeroDef India is about pushing the country’s self-reliance agenda forward. From global OEMs and defence PSUs to MSMEs, startups, policymakers, and armed forces representatives, the expo creates a rare space where decision-makers and innovators can interact directly.

This year’s showcase will lean heavily into emerging technologies shaping the sector, which include AI, robotics, automation, avionics, and sustainable manufacturing. Specialized pavilions focusing on defence mobility, naval systems, drones, and small arms will add depth to the exhibition floor.

The numbers underline its growing scale: over 250 exhibitors, 300 delegates, 75 speakers, and upwards of 10,000 visitors are anticipated. Alongside the exhibition, a high-level conference will host discussions around indigenization, supply chain strength, and future readiness.

In the case of MSMEs and startups, the event offers something more tangible, that is, direct access to big manufacturers and procurement leaders, as well as opening doors to co-development and partnerships. With the focus on the Indian defence industry steadily rising globally, AeroDef India 2026 is emerging as an opportune stage for collaboration and long-term industry growth.

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