Govt Opens DRDO Missile Tech to Indian Industry in Defence Push
What Happened
The Defence Ministry has approved the transfer of all DRDO-developed conventional missile technologies to Indian industry for domestic production. The move allows qualified Indian defence companies to manufacture missile systems developed by DRDO, marking a major step in expanding indigenous defence manufacturing and reducing reliance on imports.
Key Takeaways
The decision is expected to strengthen India's defence industrial base, increase private-sector and MSME participation, and accelerate the transition of missile systems from laboratory development to large-scale manufacturing. It aligns with the government's Aatmanirbhar Bharat goal of boosting domestic defence production and reducing import dependence.