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DRDO Chief Inaugurates Tech Conference, India Tests Agni-3 & SFDR

Director General of DRDO, Dr RV Hara Prasad, inaugurated a major IEEE conference on intelligent and green technologies in Visakhapatnam, aimed at fostering indigenisation and innovation for defence needs. Concurrently, DRDO successfully test-fired the Agni-3 intermediate-range ballistic missile, validating all its operational parameters. In a separate technological triumph, India successfully demonstrated Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology, a breakthrough for advanced air-to-air missiles. These developments collectively underscore India's push for self-reliance and advanced capability in defence and dual-use technologies.

Key Points: DRDO Conference & Missile Tests Advance Defence Tech

  • ICISSGT-2026 conference inaugurated in Visakhapatnam
  • Over 100 delegates from DRDO, academia & industry
  • Agni-3 missile successfully test-fired
  • SFDR tech demo places India in elite league
  • Focus on indigenous defence & dual-use tech
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Director General (NS&M) DRDO Dr RV Hara Prasad inaugurates ICISSGT-2026 in Visakhapatnam

DRDO inaugurates smart tech conference in Vizag while successfully testing Agni-3 missile and SFDR technology, boosting indigenous defence capabilities.

"Focus of the conference is on indigenisation, self-reliance and interdisciplinary innovation - DRDO"

New Delhi, February 6

Director General of Defence Research and Development Organisation, Dr RV Hara Prasad, inaugurated the two-day IEEE International Conference on Intelligent Systems, Smart & Green Technologies on Friday in Visakhapatnam.

The conference is jointly organised by the Naval Science and Technology Laboratory (NSTL), DRDO and IEEE Vizag Bay Section, and aims to promote indigenisation, self-reliance, and interdisciplinary innovation to meet future defence and dual-use technology requirements.

Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) posted on their official X handle, saying, "Dr R V Hara Prasad, DG(NS&M), DRDO today inaugurated two days IEEE International Conference on Intelligent Systems, Smart & Green Technologies ( ICISSGT-2026) being organised by NSTL, DRDO and IEEE jointly at Visakhapatnam during 6-7 Feb 2026. Over 100 delegates from DRDO, academia, industry experts and researchers scholars are participating in the conference. Eminent experts will deliver talks and technical presentations covering defence-oriented and dual-use applications of intelligent, smart and green technologies."

The organisation further added, "Focus of the conference is on indigenisation, self-reliance and interdisciplinary innovation, aligned with national objectives, future defence and dual use technology requirements."

Meanwhile, the Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile 'Agni-3' was also successfully test-fired from the Integrated Test Range, Chandipur, Odisha, on Friday. The launch validated all operational and technical parameters. It was carried out under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command, according to an official release from the Ministry of Defence.

DRDO also carried out a successful demonstration of Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur off the coast of Odisha at around 1045 hrs on February 3, 2026.

According to the release, the successful demonstration places India in an elite league of nations with this technology, enabling the development of long-range air-to-air missiles that provide a tactical edge over adversaries.

All subsystems, including the Nozzle-less Booster, Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet motor, and Fuel Flow Controller, performed as expected after being initially propelled by a ground booster motor to the desired Mach Number.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Impressive news all around. The SFDR tech demonstration and the Agni-3 test, alongside this conference, show a coordinated push for defense tech. Hope the research translates into practical applications soon.
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Vikram M
This is fantastic. Conferences like ICISSGT are crucial for bridging the gap between DRDO labs, academia, and industry. The 'dual-use' focus is smart—technologies developed for defense can boost our civilian sectors too.
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Priya S
While the achievements are commendable, I hope there is a strong emphasis on practical outcomes and timely delivery. Sometimes these conferences feel like talk shops. The real test is getting these technologies into the hands of our armed forces without delays.
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Rohit P
SFDR technology success is a game-changer! Joining that elite league sends a strong message. Proud of our scientists and engineers. More power to DRDO.
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Kavya N
Good to see the conference being held in Vizag and not just Delhi or Bangalore. It helps decentralise knowledge and inspire youth in other regions. The green tech angle is also very important for sustainable development.

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