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Defence
Defence Minister Launches MSME & Start‑Up Policy at VIMARSH DRDO‑Industry Meet
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🗓 16 Sep 2026, 04:47 AM
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At the VIMARSH DRDO‑Industry Synergy Meet, the Defence Minister announced new policy measures to empower MSMEs and start‑ups and introduced a framework for sharing software source codes with licensee industries.
The VIMARSH DRDO‑Industry Synergy Meet saw the Defence Minister unveil a set of policy initiatives aimed at boosting the participation of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and start‑ups in the defence sector.
The announced measures include streamlined procurement processes, preferential treatment for MSME‑led bids, and financial incentives to encourage innovation and technology transfer.
In addition, the minister launched a new framework that allows licensee industries to access and use software source codes developed by DRDO, fostering collaboration and reducing development time for defence applications.
These steps are intended to create a more inclusive ecosystem, enhance indigenous production capabilities, and accelerate the integration of cutting‑edge technologies into India’s armed forces.
The announced measures include streamlined procurement processes, preferential treatment for MSME‑led bids, and financial incentives to encourage innovation and technology transfer.
In addition, the minister launched a new framework that allows licensee industries to access and use software source codes developed by DRDO, fostering collaboration and reducing development time for defence applications.
These steps are intended to create a more inclusive ecosystem, enhance indigenous production capabilities, and accelerate the integration of cutting‑edge technologies into India’s armed forces.