Government Prioritizes DRDO Reforms in Post-Election 100-Day Agenda

New Delhi: In a bid to expand country’s defence technology base, government has included comprehensive reforms for Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in its 100-day agenda following recent elections. This initiative reflects ministration’s commitment to bolstering India’s defence capabilities through technological vancements and structural improvements within DRDO. 

To spearhe reform process, government established a committee comprising retired military officers and industry experts, led by a prominent scientist. This committee was tasked with evaluating existing structure of DRDO and recommending reforms aimed at making organisation more output-oriented while fostering a robust defence industrial and technological base in India. 

DRDO’s Presentations and Internal Efforts 

Under leership of Dr. Samir V. Kamat, DRDO has actively engaged with senior government officials, presenting a series of proposals based on committee’s recommendations. According to top defence officials, se presentations have been well-received, and reforms are now a priority within government's initial 100-day agenda. 

DRDO has also established an internal committee to vance reforms in areas where consensus has been reached between reforms committee and DRDO. Points of contention will be dressed through furr discussions. 

A significant aspect of reforms is emphasis on core military technology areas. DRDO plans to transfer laboratories focusing on non-core areas, such as Defence Institute for High Altitude Research (DIHAR), to state governments. This move aims to ensure that se labs continue ir valuable work while contributing to local development. 

Proposed Defence Technology Commission 

One of key recommendations from reform committee is creation of a Defence Technology Commission. This body would oversee major technology development projects, ensuring that India remains at forefront of defence innovation. proposed commission would also include a significant role for Chief of Defence Staff in its executive committee, ensuring that defence forces’ needs are equately dressed in DRDO’s operations. 

committee has suggested creation of two Secretary posts within DRDO, each with distinct roles currently managed by a single official. This change is intended to streamline operations and enhance organisation’s efficiency. ditionally, committee has vocated for a time-bound implementation of its recommendations to ensure swift and effective reform. 

Implementation of Reforms 

implementation of se reforms will proceed as part of government’s immediate agenda post-elections. Senior officials have indicated that DRDO will continue to work on se initiatives, with progress monitored closely to align with broer goal of strengning India’s defence technology infrastructure.  

As new government takes shape, furr discussions and actions will solidify path forward for se reforms, potentially transforming DRDO into a more dynamic and responsive entity capable of meeting evolving defence needs of country.  

inclusion of DRDO reforms in government’s 100-day agenda underscores a strategic move to enhance India’s defence capabilities through technological vancements and organisational improvements. With active involvement from both military and industry experts, se reforms promise to position India as a leer in defence technology innovation.