SANDEEP KUMAR | :– The Defence Technology and Test Centre (DTTC) – MSME Conclave 2025 was inaugurated today at DRDO’s Amausi Campus, Lucknow, aiming to strengthen collaboration between DRDO, MSMEs, and startups for defence research, development, and production. Over 100 participants from MSMEs and startups attended the conclave, with active participation from Laghu Udyog Bharti.
During the inaugural address, the Secretary DDR&D and Chairman DRDO highlighted that DTTC is a visionary initiative of the Raksha Mantri and has begun delivering tangible benefits to the industry. Emphasizing the importance of self-reliance in defence, the Chairman assured participants that DRDO will extend full support to MSMEs and startups, fostering an Atmanirbhar Bharat and contributing to the nation’s goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
The conclave provided a platform for knowledge exchange, technology showcase, and networking, enabling MSMEs and startups to engage directly with DRDO’s R&D ecosystem. Key discussions focused on innovative solutions, indigenous production capabilities, and strategies to accelerate defence manufacturing in India.
