SS Innovations International, the developer of India’s first indigenous surgical robotic system, SSI Mantra, successfully hosted the Third Global SSI Multi-Specialty Robotic Surgery Conference (SMRSC) 2026 at Bharat Mandapam. The event brought together more than 1,500 doctors and over 250 global experts, reinforcing its growing stature as a premier platform for robotic-assisted surgery and next-generation healthcare technologies.
Building on previous editions, SMRSC 2026 convened leading surgeons, researchers, and healthcare innovators to explore advancements in robotic surgery, artificial intelligence, telesurgery, and mobile surgical platforms. The three-day conference features 15 live telesurgeries and 14 live surgical procedures using the Mantra-3 and MantrAsana systems, offering participants real-time insights into advanced robotic capabilities.
A major highlight of the conference was the unveiling of two breakthrough innovations—Project Vimana and Project Operion—marking a significant leap in surgical mobility and accessibility. Project Vimana is designed for battlefield and emergency medicine, enabling remote robotic surgeries in forward combat zones. Deployed via autonomous drones, the system allows trauma surgeons to perform life-saving procedures such as haemorrhage control and shrapnel removal from a remote command center, bridging the critical gap between injury and evacuation.
Complementing this, Project Operion introduces a fully mobile, platform-agnostic operating room built on a wheeled chassis with overhead-integrated robotics. Its zero-footprint architecture allows 360-degree access for clinicians and enables deployment in hospitals, rural regions, and disaster-hit areas. Equipped with low-latency connectivity, it supports remote surgeries, expanding access to specialised care.
The conference also saw the launch of a Single Arm Robotic Endoscopy and Ultrasound Assist Cart, enhancing precision in diagnostic and interventional procedures. Additionally, SSI unveiled its KAYA humanoid robotics platform, aimed at applications across healthcare, defence, logistics, and disaster response, leveraging AI-driven adaptability and teleoperation.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Sudhir Srivastava highlighted that SMRSC 2026 reflects India’s growing leadership in surgical innovation and its mission to make advanced healthcare accessible. Dr. Mylswamy Annadurai emphasised the importance of scalable and inclusive technological solutions, while Prataprao Jadhav noted that such innovations strengthen India’s position as a global hub for medical technology.
The conference underscored India’s rapid progress in indigenous healthcare innovation, positioning robotic surgery as a transformative force that extends beyond traditional hospital settings to reach patients in even the most remote and critical environments.