Defence Industry – Analysts expect the combined measures to cut procurement costs by up to 20 percent and boost export

DFP-2026 – The Defence Production Fund 2026 was launched to accelerate DRDO project timelines, streamline funding, and align with Make in India goals, including dedicated support for MSMEs, aiming to reduce development cycles for critical defence systems.

Rajnath Singh – The defence minister announced approval for transferring DRDO missile technology to domestic firms, citing regional security concerns and the need for self‑reliance, as part of the VIMARSH 2026 policies that target MSMEs.

DRDO – Under the new policy, technology from nine missile and defence systems will be handed to ten Indian companies, broadening the industrial base and expanding indigenous production capacity, creating an estimated increase in defence output.

Defence Industry – Analysts expect the combined measures to cut procurement costs by up to 20 percent and boost export