Govt. approves transfer of DRDO developed missile tech to Indian defence industry
India's Defence Minister has approved the transfer of DRDO-developed conventional missile technology to the domestic private sector. This initiative is designed to boost indigenous manufacturing and integrate Indian MSMEs into the national defence supply chain.
Why it matters
This policy shift is intended to reduce reliance on imports and strengthen India's domestic defence industrial base.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the transfer of DRDO-developed technologies of all conventional missile systems to the Indian defence industry for production within the country.
The Defence Ministry, making the announcement, said the move is an "important milestone" in promoting greater participation of the domestic industries in the defence ecosystem.
"The provision will enable successful transition of missile system development to industrial production, reflecting the continued efforts of DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation) to leverage the capabilities of the Indian industry for the development and manufacture of advanced defence systems," the ministry said.
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