Defence Research and Development Organisation

India's apex agency for design, development and delivery of defence technology across missiles, aeronautics, armaments, electronics, and materials

India's primary defence research organisation, established in 1958, responsible for indigenous development of missiles, aircraft systems, armaments, sensors, and materials for the armed forces. It operates through a network of laboratories and works closely with DPSUs, private industry, and academia to reduce import dependency and build strategic technology capability.