Strategic Panel Discussions: Synchronising Strategy, Policy, and Production
The PDAS Strategic Panel Discussions serves as The Peninsula Defence and Aerospace Summit (PDAS) serves as a high-velocity forum where the vision of a self-reliant India is translated into actionable industrial roadmaps. Our strategic panels are designed to move beyond theoretical discussions, focusing instead on the practical mechanics of Net-Centric Warfare and the operational integration of indigenous technology. By bringing together the intellectual vanguard of the Ministry of Defence (MoD), the technical rigor of CEMILAC, and the operational expertise of the Armed Forces, these sessions address the most critical transition in Indian Defence: the evolution from a premier importer to a dominant global supplier.
Central to these dialogues is the direct interaction between the industry and the end-user. We provide a rare platform where representatives from the Army,
Navy, and Air Force articulate their specific challenges regarding spares, component aggregates, and substitution engineering. This transparency allows industries to identify high-value opportunities within the global supply chain while addressing the "quality gap" through rigorous adherence to national and international certification standards. From navigating the complexities of the New Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) to overcoming the bottlenecks of Technology Transfer (ToT), these panels provide the clarity required for MSMEs and large-scale enterprises to scale their operations effectively. PDAS explores the vital intersection of Foreign Policy and Industrial Policy, acknowledging that India’s success as a Defence exporter depends on supply chain dependability and consistent long-term product support. To accelerate indigenization, our discussions focus on creating a resilient ecosystem that can withstand global geopolitical shifts. By aligning the needs of the industrialist with the requirements of the soldier, PDAS ensures that the "Peninsula Engine" is not just manufacturing parts, but is engineering the future of Technology Sovereignty and national security