India's 2025 Defence Tech Revolution: DRDO's Crucial Role

India has designated 2025 as the year of defence reforms to transform its military into a technologically advanced force. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the DRDO's pivotal role in achieving these reforms and encouraged collaboration with the private sector and start-ups for innovation and efficiency.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced India's ambitious plan to earmark 2025 as the year of defence reforms, aiming to advance the nation's military into a cutting-edge force. Singh emphasized the pivotal role the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) will play in realizing these objectives.

Addressing the DRDO's 67th foundation day, Singh called for the organization to align its advancements with global technological trends. He urged the DRDO labs to complete multiple critical projects by 2025, reflecting the nation's dedication to defence modernization.

Highlighting the importance of synergy with private and start-up sectors, Singh proposed collaborations that could spark innovation and efficiency. The minister also encouraged knowledge-sharing sessions to foster a technological revolution useful for both military and civilian uses.

(With inputs from agencies.)