Karnataka Minister Inaugurates 13th Strategic Electronics Summit in Bengaluru

Minister Priyank Kharge inaugurated the 13th Strategic Electronics Summit organized by ELCINA in Bengaluru. The event, showcasing technology for defense and aerospace sectors, takes place on July 17-18, 2024. He emphasized Karnataka's leadership in IT, deep tech, biotechnology, and its robust Aerospace and Defence policy.

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge inaugurated the Electronic Industries Association of India's 13th Strategic Electronics Summit in Bengaluru on Wednesday. The summit will occur on July 17 and 18 at Hotel Lalit Ashok in Bengaluru.

'ELCINA's 13th Strategic Electronics Summit (SES) - Defence and Aerospace was inaugurated in the city today by Hon'ble Minister of IT and BT, Science and Technology, Shri Priyank Kharge. The summit is set for 17th & 18th July 2024 at Hotel Lalit Ashok in Bengaluru,' stated a press release from Kharge's office. SES is a reputable platform for showcasing equipment and technology for the Army, Air Force, Security & Surveillance, Navy, and Space sectors, consistently attracting significant stakeholder participation. The summit also features an exhibition highlighting cutting-edge technologies, innovation, and a vibrant Indian Strategic Electronics Industry, the release noted.

Speaking at the event, Minister Priyank Kharge noted, 'Karnataka is not just a leader in Information Technology but also in deep tech, nanotechnology, and biotechnology. In the electronics sector, Karnataka has paved the way for India's core strength in Research & Development and manufacturing, particularly in the Aerospace and Defence sectors. We have the Aerospace and Defence Policy 2022-27, which aims to transform these sectors through a INR 10,000 crore investment in infrastructure, including testing facilities, and extensive skill development programs training 100,000 individuals. It prioritizes research in AI, machine learning, and advanced materials, alongside simplifying regulations with INR 500 crore incentives to foster ease of doing business. Additionally, over 200 partnerships aim to enhance collaboration while sustainability targets a 30% carbon footprint reduction by 2027 with indigenous technologies and green practices. GoK has established Centres of Excellence across the State to boost accelerator support in the Aerospace and Defence Ecosystem,' he added.

'Electronic Industries Association of India (ELCINA) is the largest and oldest Association serving the Electronic Hardware Industry since 1967. Their objective is to promote manufacturing and business expansion in the Electronic System Design & Manufacturing (ESDM) sector,' according to the release. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)