Kanpur, November 11, 2026: Air Marshal Tejinder Singh, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee (CISC), visited the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur on Wednesday to review its research facilities, defence-related projects and technological innovations aimed at strengthening India’s indigenous defence capabilities.
During the visit, Air Marshal Tejinder Singh was shown various advanced facilities and laboratories available on the IIT Kanpur campus. He was briefed on several initiatives undertaken by the institute in defence-related research and development, highlighting its contribution to emerging technologies and indigenous defence solutions.
The senior military officer also visited the institute’s Technology Park, where he interacted with startups incubated at IIT Kanpur. The interactions provided an opportunity to understand the innovative projects being developed by emerging technology enterprises and their potential applications in the defence sector.
Air Marshal Tejinder Singh held discussions with the Director and faculty members of IIT Kanpur on the institute’s ongoing research activities and its role in supporting India’s defence modernisation efforts.
During these interactions, he appreciated the efforts of IIT Kanpur in promoting technological innovation and strengthening Atmanirbharta (self-reliance) in the defence sector. He acknowledged the institute’s contribution towards developing indigenous capabilities and encouraging a research-driven ecosystem.
The visit highlighted the growing importance of collaboration between India’s Armed Forces, premier academic institutions and technology startups in advancing defence innovation.
Such engagements are significant in strengthening the connection between military requirements and academic research, while encouraging the development of homegrown technologies that can contribute to India’s long-term defence preparedness and technological self-reliance.
