An IMR Media Event Calling exhibitors to showcase for the Indian Armed Forces Official Partner Kothari Auditorium, DRDO HQ, New Delhi, India 29-30 October 2013 Opening a window into the World s Fastest Growing Defence Market Event Approved by INDIA TRADE PROMOTION ORGANISATION Official Media Official International Media Partner Industry Partner
An IMR Media Event Small arms firing simulator (Zen Technologies) Wargaming simulator Training Philosophy The joint doctrine of the 1.3 million-strong Indian Armed Forces and the service-specific doctrines of the Army, Navy and Air Force lay great emphasis on individual and collective training and technical and HR development, taking into account the likely environment, technology, battlefield scenarios, threat perception and internal security situations in the years ahead. As the Indian Armed Forces modernise and induct new platforms and complex surveillance and delivery means, the need to transform training philosophy, modify and improve the present training infrastructure and methods, introduce new training technologies to save costs and get better results in terms of skill sets and efficiency has never been greater. Over 50,000 young aspirants are drafted into the Indian Armed Forces every year and put through training of varying periods from 20 to 65 weeks. Over 1,500 officer cadets join four different colleges for commission into the armed forces every year. Thousands of officers undergo post-commission training in 40 different institutions. At any one time, at least 6,000 officers remain under training. Simulated Training The Army will continue to be deployed for fighting in sub-conventional operations in the foreseeable future. Therefore, desired capacities have to be built into the recruitment system, training philosophy and methodology, training infrastructure in training academies, regimental training centres, divisional training schools and schools of instruction to produce highly capable officers and soldiers to meet the future warfare challenges efficiently. The most cost-effective methodology for training is simulated training. This creates a realistic environment to generate near-real responses to various contingencies as well as handling of complex weapon systems, without the need to go outdoors and use operational equipment. It also saves transportation costs and ammunition. Sustained training and a better grasp of next-generation equipment with new technologies is required. Emphasis is on enhancement of technical levels, dual-trade training, multi-tasking and training the trainers. Modern methods of training are being introduced with enhanced use of simulators.
An IMR Media Event DRDO s Milan ATGM simulator Driving simulator for the Arjun tank developed by CVRDE Chennai Wargaming The Indian armed forces are pursuing the idea of wargaming, simulators and high cost training aids with the seriousness that they deserve. Until a few years ago, they could not afford the luxury of such aids. The inventory of these toys was rudimentary - manual driving simulators, pyrotechnics, indoor ranges, manual jury-based wargames, sand model wargaming and so on. Today, the armed forces boast of full motion cockpit simulators, computer assisted wargames, virtual battlefield modelling and so on. But, has the investment been worth it? Does it provide the bang for the buck? Has it improved efficiency and combat capabilities? Have we done enough? And are we laying enough emphasis on wargaming and simulation? The Indian armed forces suffer from too much higher level training - even young officers are involved in planning for operations at the brigade and division level at the cost of their training in platoon level tactics. It is at that level that wargaming is practical and helpful. The Indian Army took a 'bottoms up' approach. It concentrated on developing unit level wargame - Shatranj. The machines used were top of the line at that time but rudimentary. Thereafter, it focused on graduating to the brigade level and evolved Sangram. It was developed in the backdrop of sanctions which followed India s nuclear weapon tests. Simultaneously, it continued development of CDR (Combat Decision Resolution) packages, which are extensively used in formations and training establishments for exercises and wargaming. Computerised wargames are an excellent means to simulate as-close-as-possible scenarios and conditions of war through a system of capability ratios, multiplication factors, movement tables, random numbers and so on. But the armed forces lack quantified data, compilation of which is a scientific process involving great deal of study and research. The biggest challenge is access and affordability. State-of-the-art computing requires that simulators be large dedicated systems residing in specialised facilities. But advances in computers have made it possible to deliver some of the experiences to the desktops. There are stringent controls on military IT systems which have to be taken care of.
About the organisers IMR Media publishes the flagship Indian Military Review monthly magazine, which is today the No 1 monthly defence magazine in India with pan-india news-stand distribution. It covers national defence, homeland security, neighbourhood, modernisation, defence research, military technology, paramilitary forces and military history. IMR is recommended reading for services officers preparing for Staff College entrance and promotion exams. Defense News USA is an exclusive partner of IMR. The Indian Defence Yearbook, also published by IMR Media is an annual compendium of all matters concerning defence and security for the whole year, including defence expenditure, new acquisitions, defence research and all important developments. The inaugural issue was released by the President of India in 1997. Sixteen issues have been published since then. IMR Media organises seven defence conferences & exhibition in the year - Night Vision India, CBRNe Protection India, Precision Attack & Targeting, Military Simulation & Training, Naval Power India, Air Defence India and Heli & UV India. The Centre for Joint Warfare Studies (CENJOWS) was raised at the initiative of Ministry of Defence in 2007 to rise above sectoral and departmental legacies and examine joint warfare and synergy issues in their entirety. It provide much needed interface between various stakeholders, viz the government, public and private sector, academia, NGOs and civil society. It initiates debates and discussions in an independent and unbiased milieu for emergence of best possible alternatives. It organises a Nuclear Orientation Capsule for the Senior Armed Forces Officers periodically.
Official Partner Industry Partner DAY 1 PROGRAMME - 29 October 2013 08.00-09.30 hrs Refreshments & Exhibition Inaugural Session 09.30 hrs Welcome Address. Maj Gen K B Kapoor, VSM, Retd, Director, CENJOWS. 09.40 hrs Inaugural Address. Lt Gen Anil Chait, PVSM, AVSM, CISC, HQ Integrated Defence Staff. 10.00 hrs Keynote 1: HE Sh Shekhar Dutt, Governor of Chhattisgarh and former Defence Secretary. 10.20 hrs Keynote 2: Lt Gen Sanjeev Madhok, AVSM, VSM, GOC-in-C Army Training Command. 10.40 hrs Industry Perspective. Rajiv Bhatnagar, Chairman Defence Committee, PHD Chamber. 11.00 hrs Tea & Exhibition. 11.30-13.00 hrs Session 2 - Training in the Indian Air Force 11.30 hrs Chairman: Air Mshl (Retd) Dhiraj Kukreja, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, Former AOC-in-C Training Command, IAF. 11.45 hrs Flying Training In the IAF. Officer nominated by Training Command IAF. 12.05 hrs Use of Simulators in the IAF. Officer nominated by Training Command IAF. 12.25 hrs Technical Training In the IAF. Officer nominated by Training Command IAF. 12.45 hrs Questions & Answers 13.00 hrs Lunch & Exhibition 14.00-15.15 hrs Session 3 - Modern Trends in Training Aids and Simulation 14.00 hrs Deployable Tactical Engagement Simulation Rob Wild, Saab India Technologies.. 14.30 hrs Small Arms Virtual Indoor Trainers, Capabilities and Benefits Lt Col (Retd) Avijit Nandi, Saab India Technologies. 15.00 hrs Questions & Answers 15.15 hrs Tea & Exhibition. 15.45-17.15 hrs Session 4 Army Training 15.45 hrs Chairman: Lt Gen K Surendra Nath, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, Retd, former GOC-in-C ARTRAC 16.00 hrs Virtual Reality in Military Training. Commandant, Simulator Development Division 16.30 hrs Realism in Air Defence Training. Lt Gen VK Saxena, VSM, DG Army Air Defence. 17.00 hrs Questions & Answers DAY 2 PROGRAMME - 30 October 2013 08.00-09.30 hrs - Refreshments & Exhibition 09.30 11.30 hrs Session 1 - Simulation for Training 09.30 hrs Chairman: Vice Adm (Retd) Pradeep Kaushiva, UYSM, VSM, Director, National Maritime Foundation 09.45 hrs UAV Simulator and LCA Simulator Dr VS Chandrashekhar, Scientist G, Aeronautical Development Establishment. 10.20 hrs AWACS Simulation. Dr Reena Sharma, Scientist F, Centre for Airborne Studies, DRDO. 10.50 hrs MBT Simulator Dr. P. Sivakumar, Scientist H & Director CVRDE, DRDO. 11.20 hrs Questions & Answers 11.30 hrs Tea & Exhibition. 12.00-13.00 hrs Session 2 - War Gaming 12.00 hrs Chairman: Vice Adm RK Pattanaik, AVSM, YSM, DCIDS (Doctrine & Training) HQ IDS. 12.15 hrs Wargaming in the Indian Army. Commandant WARDEC, Army Training Command. 12.45 hrs Industry Presentation. EDS Technologies. 13.15 hrs Questions & Answers 13.30-14.00 hrs Valedictroy Session 13.30 hrs Valedictory Address. Lt Gen Narendra Singh, PVSM, AVSM, SM, Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Information Systems & Training), Army HQ. 13.50 hrs Vote of Thanks. Maj Gen KB Kapoor, VSM, Director CENJOWS 14.00 hrs Lunch and close.
Why You Should Attend Military Simulation & Training India 2013 will bring together top military officers, industry and academic subject matter experts to discuss the latest developments and requirements on training and simulation systems for India. The event will look at the future requirements of military simulation to include the Army, Air Force, Navy and defence R&D establishments. You will hear about: Training requirements in keeping with the doctrines for war at the strategic, operational and tactical levels Requirement of advanced training aids, including computers and simulators Virtual and computer-aided wargaming Alternatives to large-scale exercises with troops and field firing practices Latest developments and trends in training of artillery, air defence, infantry soldier's individual and collective training, combat engineers, and signals and communications Technical training. You will have the opportunity to: Network with senior military, government and industry training and simulation experts. Evaluate the most effective training and simulation technologies. Examine commercial off-the-shelf aids for military simulation and modeling. Listen to serving officers dealing with formulating policy and implementation of training doctrines. Leverage the expertise of IMR Media in organising quality defence events. The Governor of Chhattisgarh, Mr Shekhar Sinha, SM, at Military Simulation & Training India 2012
Lead Sponsorship, Sponsorship and Branding Opportunities A number of sponsorship opportunities are available to suit all profiles and budgets. These include: Presenting Sponsor Gala Dinner Sponsor Lunch Sponsor Speakers Dinner Sponsor Drinks Reception Sponsor Refreshment Break Sponsor Delegate Bag Sponsor Delegate Folder Sponsor Delegate Lanyard Sponsor Please see a separate Sponsorship Opportunities Folder for details. Privileges available to Sponsors, depending upon the level of sponsorship, include: Logo on pre-conference marketing and promotional materials in the premium position. Banner advertisement on the conference website homepage. Logo/link on the conference website homepage. Name/logo listed in the conference programme. Recognition as Sponsor by the conference chairman during introduction and closing remarks. Opportunity for company representative to make welcoming remarks at conference opening (Lead Sponsors). Opportunity for company representative to make closing comments at end of the conference (Lead Sponsors). Acknowledgment and logo on signage at registration area and in the conference room for premium sponsors. Sponsorship acknowledgment and logo at the refreshment and lunch breaks. Additional full conference passes including admission to the cocktail reception. 6mx2m or 3mx2m exhibition booth in premium location. Advertisement in the Event Guide. Acknowledgment and logo in the conference programme sponsors page. Lanyards with presenting sponsor name and logo. Item placed in conference chairs at the opening session. Placement of branded materials in attendee bags. Special acknowledgment in post event thank you email to conference attendees and exhibitors. Speaker, attendee and press contact list to be delivered post event. Signage and Branding Opportunities DRDO s Kothari Auditrium lends itself to excellent signage opportunities. There are various options available to suit your brand, budget and message, including signage displayed inside and outside the exhibition hall and around the display area, increasing the traffic to your stand and your presence at this important event. Kothari Auditorium
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