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SURVEILLANCE, C412 AND ELECTRO-OPTICS 2026
Surveillance, C4I2 and Electro-optics 2026 seminar and exhibition is being organized by the Centre for Aerospace Power & Strategic Studies (CAPSS) and Indian Military Review (IMR) at the Air Force Auditorium, New Delhi on 18 Aug 2026.
Modern warfare is increasingly defined by information superiority, networked operations, and precision engagement. The integration of surveillance systems, C4I2 (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, and Information), and advanced electro-optics enables agile, dynamic forces to act with speed, accuracy, and resilience.
- Surveillance systems across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains provide persistent situational awareness and intelligence.
- C4I2 architectures fuse real-time data, secure communications, and decision-support tools to accelerate command cycles and enhance jointness.
- Electro-optics technologies deliver precision targeting, navigation, and reconnaissance capabilities, empowering forces to operate effectively in complex environments.
Together, these domains form the backbone of netcentric warfare, multiplying combat effectiveness and survivability in the modern battlespace.
Scope
The combined event will showcase technologies, doctrines, and innovations across three interconnected pillars:
1. Surveillance Systems
- Aerial, maritime, terrestrial, and space-based surveillance platforms
- SIGINT, IMINT, GEOINT, acoustic, seismic, and CBRN monitoring
- UAVs, swarm drones, persistent surveillance, and counter-surveillance systems
2. C4I2 and Netcentric Operations
- Joint command and control systems
- Secure communications (satellite links, SDRs, portable systems)
- Cloud computing, edge technologies, and real-time data analytics
- Data fusion platforms, mission planning tools, and battle management systems
- Cyber situational awareness and resilience against jamming/cyberattacks
3. Electro-Optics and Emerging Technologies
- Thermal imaging, night vision, multispectral targeting, and laser designation
- EO-guided weapons and fire control systems
- Anti-drone EO solutions and terrain mapping (LIDAR)
- Pilot vision enhancement (DAS), optical jamming, and camouflage detection
- AI-driven EO systems for automatic target recognition
- VR/AR training solutions, wearable soldier tech, and blockchain-enabled logistics
Objectives
- Provide a platform for knowledge exchange among military leaders, technologists, and industry.
- Highlight integration pathways between surveillance, C4I2, and EO systems for operational superiority.
- Address emerging challenges in interoperability, cybersecurity, and resilience.
- Showcase cutting-edge innovations from academia, R&D, and industry partners.
This combined brief positions the 2026 event as a holistic, future-focused seminar that unites the three pillars into one coherent narrative: Surveillance for awareness, C4I2 for decision-making, and Electro-optics for precision execution.
Great — let’s build a combined session structure for Surveillance, C4I2 and Electro-optics 2026. I’ve merged the themes from both earlier events into a logical flow that avoids duplication, highlights synergies, and ensures institutional clarity.
Session Structure
Session 1 – Inaugural Session
- Opening remarks and keynote addresses
- Strategic overview: Surveillance, C4I2 and EO as pillars of modern warfare
Session 2 – Surveillance Across Domains
- Aerial & Space-Based Surveillance: UAVs, satellites, GEOINT, persistent surveillance platforms
- Terrestrial, Maritime & Underwater Surveillance: ground sensors, acoustic/seismic monitoring, maritime ISR
- Emerging Surveillance Technologies: swarm drones, CBRN monitoring, counter-surveillance
Session 3 – C4I2 Systems and Netcentric Operations
- Building the Backbone of Modern Warfare: innovations in joint command and control
- AI Integration in C4I2: predictive analytics, autonomous decision support
- Interoperability Challenges: achieving seamless connectivity across services
- Cloud & Edge Technologies: enabling real-time battlefield operations
Session 4 – Electro-Optics for Targeting and Engagement
- EO Systems in Modern Combat: thermal imaging, night vision, multispectral targeting
- Precision Engagement: laser designation, EO-guided weapons, fire control systems
- EO in Counter-Drone & Missile Defense: detection, tracking, and neutralization
- AI-Enhanced EO Applications: automatic target recognition, threat prioritization
Welcome Tea
SESSION 1 – INAUGURAL SESSION (0930 – 1045 hrs)
Welcome Address Air Mshl Nagesh Kapoor, SYSM, PVSM, AVSM, VM, Retd, Director General, CAPSS.
Inaugural Address Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, PVSM, AVSM, VM, VSM, Vice Chief of Air Staff
Keynote Address Lt Gen Rahul R Singh, AVSM, VSM, Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Capability Development & Sustenance), Army HQ
Industry Perspective Talk by Neeraj Gupta, Managing Director MKU Limited and Vice President SIDM.
Release of Report Strategic Role of Surveillance, Electro-Optics and C4I2 in Multi-Domain Operations
Refreshments & exhibition.
SESSION 2 – SURVEILLANCE ACROSS DOMAINS (1115 – 1340 hrs)
Chairperson: Air Vice Marshal Manu Midha, VM Head Defence Space Agency, HQ IDS
Introduction and Opening Remarks by the Chairman.
Integration of Aerial & Space-Based Surveillance: UAVs, Satellites, GEOINT, and Persistent
Surveillance Platforms. Air Vice Mshl Ashok Raj Thakur, VM, Asst Chief of Air Staff Ops (Air Defence)
Emerging Terrestrial Surveillance Technologies, Speaker from Directorate of Artillery, Army HQ
Challenges in Persistent Maritime Surveillance. Speaker from Asst Chief of Naval Staff (Air), Naval HQ.
Industry presentation. Speaker from Optimized Electrotech.
Industry presentation. Speaker from Tata Advanced Systems Ltd
Industry presentation. Prachi Gupta, CEO, Netro Optronics Div, MKU.
Industry presentation. Speaker from Paras Defence & Space Technologies.
Industry presentation. Itzhak Mayo Astra Rafael Comsys.
Q&A/ discussion.
Lunch & exhibition
SESSION 3 – C4I2 SYSTEMS AND NETCENTRIC OPERATIONS (1430– 1550 hrs)
Chairperson: Rear Adm Nirbhay Bapna, AVSM, VSM, Asst Chief of Naval Staff (Communications,
Space & Network Centric Ops). Naval HQ
Introduction and Opening Remarks by the Chairman.
Building a common operating picture for the three Services. Speaker from Ops Branch, HQ
Integrated Defence Staff
Building blocks of C4ISR in the IAF. Speaker from Dte of C4ISR, Air HQ
Battlefield Management System of the Indian Army. Speaker from DG Information Systems, Army HQ
Q&A/ Discussion.
SESSION 4 – ELECTRO-OPTICS FOR TARGET ACQUISITION AND ENGAGEMENT (1545 – 1700 hrs)
Chairperson: Maj Gen Sunil Sheoran, SM**, VSM, Additional Director General Infantry, Army HQ
Introduction and Opening Remarks by the Chairman.
Electro-Optical system for target detection (for DEW System). Speaker from IRDE, DRDO
AI-based “visual brain” IFF system. Dr R Rajeash, CABS, DRDO.
Q&A/ Discussion.
Closing Address. Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor, SYSM, PVSM, AVSM, VM, DG CAPSS
Vote of Thanks. Maj Gen Ravi Arora, Retd, Chief Editor Indian Military Review.
Refreshments and close.
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