DRDO Technology Transfers: Strengthening India’s Defence Ecosystem On June 7, 2025, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), via its Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (VRDE), transferred technologies for nine defence systems to ten Indian companies, advancing the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. These systems, including the CBRN Recce Vehicle, Mounted Gun System, and Anti-Terrorist Vehicle, address modern battlefield and security needs. Companies like Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bharat Forge, and Tata Advanced Systems are set to manufacture these, with demand projected at 2,300–4,800 units and USD 2.15–4.25 billion in value by 2030. While some technologies, like the Mounted Gun System, are cutting-edge, others are conventional but tailored for India’s needs. Compared to global best-in-class systems, they are cost-effective but may lag in automation. Investments by companies are estimated at USD 710–1,250 million, driven by military mod...