Bharat Electronics Hosts Foreign Defence Journalists to Showcase India’s Defence Electronics
Bengaluru, FEB 21, 2026: Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)’s Bengaluru Complex recently hosted a delegation of 28 foreign defence journalists from 25 countries, as part of a familiarisation tour organised by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India, under its public diplomacy and media outreach programme.
The delegation, accompanied by MEA officials, was received at BEL’s Management Block by senior company officials. Executive Director – NS (S&CS), Cdr K Kumar (Retd), addressed the gathering and presented a comprehensive overview of BEL’s capabilities, highlighting the company’s pivotal role in strengthening India’s defence electronics ecosystem. GM (MR) and GM (MilCom) were also present during the interaction.
Key Highlights of the Visit
During the factory tour, the delegation was shown:
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Military radar systems
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Tactical and strategic communication systems
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Coastal radar systems
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Advanced precision manufacturing facilities
The visit underscored India’s growing self-reliance in advanced defence technologies and provided journalists with an in-depth understanding of the country’s indigenous defence capabilities.
The programme concluded with a lunch, fostering engaging discussions and international dialogue on defence technology, innovation, and India’s strategic advancements in the sector.
Significance
This initiative aligns with the Government of India’s objectives to:
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Promote transparency and awareness of India’s defence technology capabilities internationally
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Strengthen defence diplomacy through media and public outreach
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Highlight BEL’s contribution to indigenization, Make in India, and advanced defence electronics development
The event reinforced India’s image as a reliable and innovative partner in the global defence industry.