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Detailed explanation-1: -The 11th biennial edition of DefExpo India- 2020 is scheduled to be held for the first time in Uttar Pradesh capital Lucknow. It offers an excellent opportunity for the Indian defence industry to showcase its capabilities and promote its export potential.

Detailed explanation-2: -The 12th Edition of DefExpo 2022 is being held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The 11th edition of DefExpo was held at Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) in 2020.

Detailed explanation-3: -12th Defense Expo begins in Gujarat; India underlines commitment to further defence engagements with African countries. The 12th edition of the biennial Defence Expo began in Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar, Gujarat today.

Detailed explanation-4: -Gandhinagar, the capital of Gujarat, is all decked up to host India’s biggest-ever defence exhibition till date - DefExpo 2022 – between October 18-22, 2022. This 12th edition of the event has been organised on the theme ‘Path to Pride’. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will grace the inaugural ceremony on October 19.

Detailed explanation-5: -Being held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, the five-day event, which commenced on October 18, 2022, witnessed unparalleled participation of over 1,340 exhibitors, businesses, investors, start-ups, MSMEs, Armed Forces and delegates from several countries, with engagements spread over four venues.