Focussing on self-reliance “Swadeshikaran Se Sashaktikaran”, the new research centre aims to convert lab-scale innovations into deployable technologies. 

• Based on Five Pillars of Transformation, i.e., Technology absorption, Structural changes, Human resource development and Increasing Cohesion between the three services, it advances the Modernisation and Technology Infusion in India’s defence. 

Need for Defence Modernisation and Technology Infusion

• Rising Global Military Expenditure: Reached US$2,718 billion in 2024, representing an increase of 9.4% in real terms from 2023 (SIPRI Data).
• Countering Adversaries: Recent conflict with Pakistan highlighted substantial scope for innovation, particularly in non-kinetic warfare.
• Emerging domains: Like Cyber and Space, and technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Hypersonic and Robotics requires knowledge of associated Tactics, Techniques and Procedures. 
• Rising Trends: Application of diverse military technologies in recent conflicts requires developing countries to strengthen and modernise their defence systems.