Cabinet allocates extra 90 acres to DRDO for advanced missile facility in Thiruvananthapuram

Why in news

The Union Cabinet approved an additional 90 acres of land for DRDO to establish a BrahMos Aerospace Thiruvananthapuram Ltd (BATL) facility for advanced missile development.

Background

The Cabinet approved a total of 180 acres of land for the BATL facility in Thiruvananthapuram. The project is designed to develop advanced missiles and strategic hardware, aligning with the Southern Kerala Economic Corridor vision.

Facts for Prelims

• BodyDRDO: Defence Research and Development Organisation is the R&D wing of the Ministry of Defence.
• PlaceThiruvananthapuram: Capital city of Kerala, selected for the BrahMos Aerospace Thiruvananthapuram Ltd (BATL) facility.
• FactTotal land allocated for the facility: 180 acres.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of indigenous missile technology and strategic hardware development in enhancing India's national security and self-reliance.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• strategic autonomy
• indigenization of defence
• economic corridor integration

Keywords: strategic hardware · indigenous technology · defence infrastructure · self-reliance

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