Rajnath Singh approves transfer of DRDO missile technologies to Indian industry
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on 25 August 2026 approved the transfer of DRDO-developed technologies of all conventional missile systems to Indian industry for domestic production.
Summary
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh approved the transfer of technology (ToT) of all DRDO-developed conventional missile systems to the Indian defence industry on 25 August 2026. Indian firms can now produce these missiles in the country, subject to the applicable qualifications, certifications and regulatory requirements. The step is meant to move missile programmes from development to industrial production, strengthen the defence industrial base, and bring MSMEs and other technology partners into the supply chain. The Ministry of Defence said the move will also cut import dependence and raise domestic value addition.
Key facts
- Date
- 25 Aug 2026
- Approved by
- Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh
- Scope
- ToT of all DRDO-developed conventional missile systems
- Beneficiaries
- Indian defence industry, MSMEs, technology partners
- Aim
- Indigenous production, lower imports, higher domestic value addition
Practice MCQs 2 questions
In August 2026, the Defence Minister approved transfer of DRDO technologies to Indian industry for which category of missiles?
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Correct answer: C — All conventional missile systems
The approval covers the transfer of DRDO-developed technologies of all conventional missile systems for production in India.
Consider the following statements about the DRDO missile transfer of technology approved on 25 August 2026: 1. It covers DRDO's strategic nuclear-capable missiles. 2. One stated aim is to bring Indian MSMEs into the missile supply chain. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only statement 2 is correct. The approval covers conventional missile systems; it aims to create opportunities for MSMEs and other technology partners.