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Expansion of Technology Development Fund Scheme
Context
The Government has approved an additional ?500 crore corpus under the TDF Scheme to support Deep-Tech and cutting-edge defence projects.
Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme:
- Launched by: Ministry of Defence
- Implementing Agency: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
- Objective: Facilitate indigenous development of defence technologies by MSMEs and startups, including collaboration with academia.
- Latest Expansion: Additional ?500 crore allocated for supporting Deep-Tech projects as a separate vertical.
Research Areas Covered:
- Powder Metallurgy, Aerospace Systems, Smart Textiles
- AI & Robotics, Quantum Technology, High Power Microwaves
- Advanced Nano-materials, Photonic Technologies, Semiconductor-based Sensors
- Additive Manufacturing, Desert Warfare Technologies, CW Laser Sources
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