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, November 11, 2026, to review the institute’s research facilities and defence-related work.
During the visit, he was shown advanced facilities and laboratories on the campus and briefed on IIT Kanpur’s research and development initiatives in defence, including work on emerging technologies and indigenous solutions.
Technology Park and research discussions
At the institute’s Technology Park, Air Marshal Tejinder Singh met startups incubated at IIT Kanpur and learned about projects under development and their potential defence applications.
He also discussed ongoing research and the institute’s role in supporting India’s defence modernisation efforts with IIT Kanpur’s Director and faculty members.
Focus on indigenous capabilities
Air Marshal Tejinder Singh appreciated IIT Kanpur’s efforts to promote technological innovation and strengthen Atmanirbharta, or self-reliance, in the defence sector. He acknowledged the institute’s contribution to developing indigenous capabilities and fostering a research-driven ecosystem.
The visit underscored the role of collaboration between the Armed Forces, academic institutions and technology startups in advancing defence innovation. Such engagement also connects military requirements with academic research and supports the development of homegrown technologies for India’s long-term defence preparedness and technological self-reliance.
