The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), under the Ministry of Heavy Industries, is set to host the 19th edition of its flagship biennial event, the Symposium on International Automotive Technology (SIAT), from January 28-30, 2026 at PIECC, Pune. The event will revolve around the theme "Innovative Pathways for Safe and Sustainable Mobility."

Launched in 1985, SIAT has grown into a premier automotive technology platform, bringing together global thought leaders, researchers, and industry professionals. Over the years, it has witnessed participation from eminent personalities, including the late Dr APJ Abdul Kalam and industry stalwarts like Dr Pawan Goenka.

The 2024 edition saw more than 2,000 delegates, 211 technical presentations from 10 countries, and over 7,000 visitors to its technology exhibition, which featured 330 stalls from across India, the US, UK, Japan, Germany, and other nations. Dedicated pavilions for hydrogen technologies, ADAS demonstrations, and startups under Aatmanirbhar Bharat highlighted India's innovation potential.

SIAT 2026

SIAT 2026 is already seeing robust academic interest, with over 2,000 research abstracts submitted. Technical sessions will span emerging domains such as e-mobility, hydrogen fuel cells, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), noise and vibration control (NVH), simulation and modelling, emission technologies, and alternative fuels.

A concurrent SIAT Expo 2026 will showcase global innovations, offering an ideal platform for automotive players to exhibit their latest products and services. The event, supported by the Ministry of Heavy Industries and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, continues to play a key role in shaping policies for India’s evolving mobility ecosystem.