In a significant shift towards military self-sufficiency, India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the transfer of technology developed by the state-run Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for conventional missile systems to Indian defense companies for domestic production. The objective is to enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities, strengthen the defense industrial base, and create opportunities for participation in the supply chain by micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). This move aims to increase mass production of missiles, reduce India's dependence on imports, and facilitate the transition of missile system development to industrial production. The decision signifies the end of the monopoly held by state-owned defense companies in missile production, enabling private companies to become prime integrators for these systems. This change comes amidst increased geopolitical tensions and uncertainties on India's borders with Pakistan and China, as well as a more than doubled defense budget under the Narendra Modi-led government. The move also reflects India's efforts to encourage self-reliance in defense manufacturing, following recent conflicts that have underscored the need for large stockpiles of missiles.