Defence Startup Ecosystem India

About the Author

Kalyanjit Hatibaruah

Kalyanjit Hatibaruah

Technology Management Professional & Defence Innovation Advisor

Mr. Kalyanjit Hatibaruah is an accomplished technology management professional with diverse experience across multidisciplinary domains. He is a well-known public speaker on Defence Technology, Military Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, and the startup ecosystem. As Chairman of Flugelsoft Group, he oversees companies in various tech and management fields.

His extensive experience spans Defence Electronics, Autonomous Systems, AI/ML, and Military Modernization. Recognized as a pioneer in Defence Applications, Mr. Hatibaruah advises and leads tech teams in strategic projects involving Defence Technology and Innovation.

Defence & Technology Expertise

Mr. Hatibaruah's deep understanding of emerging technologies positions him as a key advisor for organizations navigating the complex defence technology landscape. His expertise includes:

  • Defence Innovation & Strategic Planning
  • Military Technology Integration
  • Autonomous Systems & Unmanned Platforms
  • AI & Machine Learning in Defence Contexts
  • Defence Supply Chain Optimization
  • Startup Mentoring & Investment (Defence Tech, AI, Deeptech)
  • Technology Management & Consulting

He is also an Angel Investor, mentors startups at numerous incubators (including iDEX, T-Hub, IIT Madras) focusing on Defence Tech, AI, and Aerospace, and hosts the "Defence Innovation Unleashed" podcast.

Education

BTech in Electronics & Communication from NIT Kurukshetra, Haryana

MBA from Pune University