Head of the Organization: Dr. Samir V. Kamat – Chairman, DRDO & Secretary, Department of Defence R&D

USP: India’s premier defense R&D organization, developing indigenous technologies and strategic systems that strengthen national security and defense self-reliance.

The Challenge : DRDO addresses the challenge of reducing dependence on imported defense technologies by developing advanced indigenous capabilities in missiles, aerospace, electronic warfare, cybersecurity, naval systems, artificial intelligence, and next-generation military platforms to meet evolving national security requirements.

Key Priorities : DRDO focuses on advancing indigenous defense technologies, accelerating innovation in aerospace, missiles, AI, cybersecurity, quantum technologies, and unmanned systems, strengthening strategic capabilities, promoting defense self-reliance, supporting Atmanirbhar Bharat, and enhancing collaboration with industry, academia, and startups.

Website : www.drdo.gov.in