# Indian parliamentary defence R&D recommendations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indian-parliamentary-defence-rd-recommendations
> Updated: 2026-08-13T06:16:30.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

A parliamentary standing committee on defence has recommended that the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) establish and publish measurable key performance indicators. These indicators should cover cost efficiency, technological maturity, target dates, completion time, and operational effectiveness.

The committee also advocated for a dedicated budget line for research and development in critical and emerging technologies to support projects such as the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme, sixth-generation fighter preparations, and the development of supersonic and hypersonic glide missile systems. The panel emphasized the need for time-bound milestones and robust testing infrastructure to enhance strategic self-reliance.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-13: Indian parliamentary panel urges minimum R&D spending for oil PSUs

An Indian parliamentary panel has urged the Petroleum Ministry to set minimum R&D spending benchmarks for oil PSUs, ideally linked to Profit Before Tax, to boost indigenous technology and energy transition.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-parliamentary-panel-urges-minimum-rd-spending-for-oil-psus

### 2026-08-08: Indian parliamentary panel urges DRDO to set clear KPIs and secure dedicated R&D funding for advanced defence systems

India’s parliamentary defence panel urged DRDO to set clear KPIs and create a dedicated R&D budget to fast‑track next‑gen fighters and hypersonic missile programmes.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-parliamentary-panel-urges-drdo-to-set-clear-kpis-and-secure-dedicated-rd-funding-for-advanced

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