{"id":51925,"date":"2026-06-02T13:20:51","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T07:50:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=51925"},"modified":"2026-06-02T13:20:53","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T07:50:53","slug":"drdo-chairman-appointment-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"DRDO Chairman Appointment 2026: Rajesh Kumar Singh Takes Additional Charge After Samir V. Kamat Retirement | Defence News India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#DRDO_chairman_appointment_2026_Rajesh_Kumar_Singh_takes_additional_charge_as_DRDO_Chairman_after_Samir_V_Kamats_retirement_marking_a_key_leadership_change_in_Indias_defence_research_organisation\" >DRDO chairman appointment 2026: Rajesh Kumar Singh takes additional charge as DRDO Chairman after Samir V. Kamat\u2019s retirement, marking a key leadership change in India\u2019s defence research organisation.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#DRDO_Leadership_Change_in_Indias_Defence_Research_System\" >DRDO Leadership Change in India\u2019s Defence Research System<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#New_Leadership_at_DRDO_and_Defence_R_D_Department\" >New Leadership at DRDO and Defence R&amp;D Department<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#Role_of_Rajesh_Kumar_Singh_in_Defence_Administration\" >Role of Rajesh Kumar Singh in Defence Administration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#Significance_of_the_Appointment_in_Defence_Sector\" >Significance of the Appointment in Defence Sector<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#Why_this_News_is_Important\" >Why this News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#Strengthening_Defence_Research_Leadership\" >Strengthening Defence Research Leadership<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#Impact_on_National_Security_and_Modernisation\" >Impact on National Security and Modernisation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#Relevance_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\" >Relevance for Government Exam Aspirants<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#Establishment_and_Role_of_DRDO\" >Establishment and Role of DRDO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#Evolution_of_DRDO_Leadership\" >Evolution of DRDO Leadership<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#Recent_Leadership_Under_Samir_V_Kamat\" >Recent Leadership Under Samir V. Kamat<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CDRDO_Leadership_Change_2026%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cDRDO Leadership Change 2026\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#1_Who_has_been_given_additional_charge_as_DRDO_Chairman_in_2026\" >1. Who has been given additional charge as DRDO Chairman in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#2_Why_was_the_additional_charge_given_to_Rajesh_Kumar_Singh\" >2. Why was the additional charge given to Rajesh Kumar Singh?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#3_Who_appoints_the_DRDO_Chairman_in_India\" >3. Who appoints the DRDO Chairman in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#4_What_is_DRDO_responsible_for\" >4. What is DRDO responsible for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#5_Why_is_DRDO_important_for_government_exam_preparation\" >5. Why is DRDO important for government exam preparation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#6_What_is_the_role_of_Defence_Secretary_in_this_context\" >6. What is the role of Defence Secretary in this context?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#7_What_is_the_full_form_of_DRDO\" >7. What is the full form of DRDO?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DRDO_chairman_appointment_2026_Rajesh_Kumar_Singh_takes_additional_charge_as_DRDO_Chairman_after_Samir_V_Kamats_retirement_marking_a_key_leadership_change_in_Indias_defence_research_organisation\"><\/span>DRDO chairman appointment 2026: Rajesh Kumar Singh takes additional charge as DRDO Chairman after Samir V. Kamat\u2019s retirement, marking a key leadership change in India\u2019s defence research organisation.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DRDO_Leadership_Change_in_Indias_Defence_Research_System\"><\/span><strong>DRDO Leadership Change in India\u2019s Defence Research System<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Leadership_at_DRDO_and_Defence_R_D_Department\"><\/span><strong>New Leadership at DRDO and Defence R&amp;D Department<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Government of India has assigned <strong>Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh (IAS)<\/strong> the additional charge of <strong>Secretary, Department of Defence Research and Development (DDR&amp;D)<\/strong> and <strong>Chairman of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)<\/strong>. This decision comes after the completion of the tenure of <strong>Dr. Samir V. Kamat<\/strong>, who retired after serving as DRDO Chairman since August 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The appointment was approved by the <strong>Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC)<\/strong> and will remain effective from <strong>May 31, 2026<\/strong>, until a regular chairman is appointed or further orders are issued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Role_of_Rajesh_Kumar_Singh_in_Defence_Administration\"><\/span><strong>Role of Rajesh Kumar Singh in Defence Administration<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rajesh Kumar Singh, a <strong>1989-batch IAS officer of the Kerala cadre<\/strong>, is currently serving as the Defence Secretary. He assumed this role in November 2024 and has previously worked in multiple important government departments such as DPIIT, urban development, and petroleum ministry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With this additional responsibility, he will now oversee India\u2019s premier defence research institution\u2014<strong>DRDO<\/strong>, which plays a key role in developing indigenous defence technologies such as missiles, radar systems, unmanned aerial vehicles, and advanced weapon platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_the_Appointment_in_Defence_Sector\"><\/span><strong>Significance of the Appointment in Defence Sector<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The decision ensures <strong>continuity in leadership<\/strong> at a critical time when India is focusing on <strong>self-reliance in defence production under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative<\/strong>. DRDO is currently involved in advanced projects including next-generation combat systems, aerospace technologies, and electronic warfare systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"drdo-chairman-appointment-2026\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"drdo chairman appointment 2026\" style=\"width:539px;height:auto\" title=\"drdo chairman appointment 2026\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">drdo chairman appointment 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_this_News_is_Important\"><\/span><strong>Why this News is Important<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthening_Defence_Research_Leadership\"><\/span><strong>Strengthening Defence Research Leadership<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This appointment is significant because DRDO is India\u2019s top defence R&amp;D organisation responsible for developing technologies for the armed forces. Leadership continuity ensures that ongoing strategic projects are not disrupted during the transition phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_on_National_Security_and_Modernisation\"><\/span><strong>Impact on National Security and Modernisation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DRDO plays a direct role in strengthening India\u2019s national security through innovation in missiles, drones, naval systems, and cybersecurity technologies. A stable leadership structure ensures faster decision-making and smooth execution of critical defence projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span><strong>Relevance for Government Exam Aspirants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For students preparing for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway, Defence, and State PSC exams, this news is important because it relates to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Defence organisations of India<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Administrative appointments (ACC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DRDO and its structure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current affairs related to national security<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Establishment_and_Role_of_DRDO\"><\/span><strong>Establishment and Role of DRDO<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)<\/strong> was established in <strong>1958<\/strong> under the Ministry of Defence. It was created to strengthen India\u2019s indigenous defence capabilities and reduce dependence on foreign technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_DRDO_Leadership\"><\/span><strong>Evolution of DRDO Leadership<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the decades, DRDO has been led by eminent scientists and technocrats such as Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, who played a major role in India\u2019s missile development program. In recent years, DRDO has expanded its focus to include <strong>AI, quantum technology, unmanned systems, and cyber defence<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recent_Leadership_Under_Samir_V_Kamat\"><\/span><strong>Recent Leadership Under Samir V. Kamat<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Samir V. Kamat served as DRDO Chairman from 2022 to 2026. His tenure focused on advancing indigenous defence technologies and strengthening collaboration between academia, industry, and research institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CDRDO_Leadership_Change_2026%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from \u201cDRDO Leadership Change 2026\u201d<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Rajesh Kumar Singh appointed as DRDO Chairman with additional charge<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Appointment approved by Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>He will also serve as Secretary, Department of Defence R&amp;D<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Appointment follows retirement of Dr. Samir V. Kamat (DRDO Chairman since 2022)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>DRDO plays a key role in India\u2019s defence technology and self-reliance mission<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">drdo chairman appointment 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_has_been_given_additional_charge_as_DRDO_Chairman_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>1. Who has been given additional charge as DRDO Chairman in 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rajesh Kumar Singh, the current Defence Secretary, has been given additional charge as the Chairman of DRDO and Secretary, Department of Defence Research and Development (DDR&amp;D).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Why_was_the_additional_charge_given_to_Rajesh_Kumar_Singh\"><\/span><strong>2. Why was the additional charge given to Rajesh Kumar Singh?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The charge was given after the retirement of the outgoing DRDO Chairman, Dr. Samir V. Kamat, to ensure continuity in defence research leadership until a permanent appointment is made.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Who_appoints_the_DRDO_Chairman_in_India\"><\/span><strong>3. Who appoints the DRDO Chairman in India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The DRDO Chairman is appointed by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), which is headed by the Prime Minister of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_DRDO_responsible_for\"><\/span><strong>4. What is DRDO responsible for?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DRDO is responsible for research and development of defence technologies for India, including missiles, radar systems, drones, combat systems, and military communication technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Why_is_DRDO_important_for_government_exam_preparation\"><\/span><strong>5. Why is DRDO important for government exam preparation?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DRDO is a key topic in General Awareness sections of UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and State PSC exams due to its role in national security and indigenous defence development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_the_role_of_Defence_Secretary_in_this_context\"><\/span><strong>6. What is the role of Defence Secretary in this context?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Defence Secretary oversees policy matters in the Ministry of Defence and, in this case, has also been entrusted with DRDO leadership responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_is_the_full_form_of_DRDO\"><\/span><strong>7. 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