DRDO missile tech transferred to Indian firms by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

On August 25, 2026, Rajnath Singh, India's Defence Minister, approved the transfer of technology for all conventional missile systems developed by the DRDO to Indian manufacturers. This move aims to promote indigenous production under the Aatmanirbharta initiative, enabling domestic companies to produce DRDO-developed missiles subject to relevant qualifications and regulations. The decision seeks to enhance manufacturing capabilities, reduce import dependence, and integrate private sector firms into missile manufacturing, thereby strengthening India’s defence ecosystem.