SwaRaksha Mahotsav 2025 is a premier international forum dedicated to advancing innovation, collaboration, and knowledge exchange across the domains of Aerospace, Defence, Geospatial Intelligence, Space, and Marine Systems. This dynamic three-day event will convene a diverse community of stakeholders — including government officials, defense forces, policymakers, academic leaders, industry experts, technologists, researchers, and innovators — all committed to shaping the future of security and technology.

Hosted in Visakhapatnam, a strategically important coastal city in India, the Mahotsav will feature cutting-edge exhibitions, insightful panel discussions, technical workshops, and prestigious awards recognizing trailblazers in the sector.

Theme: Fostering Partnerships for Security

The central theme, “Fostering Partnerships for Security,” underscores the importance of collaborative approaches in building a secure, resilient, and technologically self-sufficient defense ecosystem. As India advances toward greater defense capability and strategic autonomy, the event highlights the essential role of multi-sectoral and international partnerships in achieving these goals.

Key Focus Areas

1. Enhancing National Defense:
The event promotes cross-sector collaboration between government agencies, private enterprises, academia, and global allies to address India's evolving security needs.

2. Empowering Indigenous Innovation:
Aligned with the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the Mahotsav emphasizes developing indigenous technologies to reduce foreign dependency and strengthen domestic capabilities.

3. Building Global and Regional Alliances:
By fostering international cooperation, the event seeks to support regional stability, facilitate technology transfer, and promote shared security solutions.

4. Driving Technological Advancement:
A platform for joint innovation in frontier technologies such as AI, geospatial intelligence, unmanned systems, space research, and cybersecurity.

SwaRaksha Mahotsav 2025 aspires to be a transformative milestone—bringing together visionaries, leaders, and institutions to shape a more secure, self-reliant, and technologically empowered future for India and its global partners. Through strategic cooperation and knowledge sharing, the event aims to build a robust ecosystem for national security and international defense collaboration.