Indian Government Approves Transfer of DRDO Missile Technology to Boost Domestic Defence Production

Government approves the transfer of missile technology developed by DRDO to domestic defence manufacturers, marking a policy step to reduce reliance on foreign arms, strengthen domestic supply chains, and boost indigenous production capacity across the sector.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh cleared the move, stating it will accelerate self‑reliance in strategic weapons, align with the Make in India defence agenda, and will be monitored by the Ministry of Defence for compliance and security.

DRDO has spent years developing the missile systems, and the approval allows private and public sector firms to access detailed schematics, testing data, and production know‑how under strict licensing agreements that safeguard intellectual property and national security.

Indian Defence Industry expects the technology handover to shorten development cycles for next‑generation missiles, create new jobs in high‑tech manufacturing, and potentially increase export capacity, although specific timelines and the exact missile platforms involved have not been disclosed.