DRDO won BusinessLine's Changemaker of the Year award

Current Context: On 26 Sept 2025, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) was honoured with BusinessLine’s Changemaker of the Year Award at Mumbai.

• The award recognised DRDO’s indigenous defence innovations that played a decisive role in Operation Sindoor, strengthening India’s self-reliance.
• Key systems like the Akash missile, BrahMos cruise missile, D-4 anti-drone system, and Akashteer automated air defence were highlighted.
• The recognition reflects India’s shift from being a defence importer to an exporter of advanced technologies.
• The award was received by Ummalaneni Raja Babu, Director General (Missiles & Strategic Systems), DRDO.

Question:

Q.1 Which organisation was honoured with BusinessLine’s Changemaker of the Year Award 2025?
a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
b) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
c) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
d) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)

Answer: c) DRDO received the Changemaker of the Year Award 2025 for its indigenous defence innovations, particularly their role in Operation Sindoor.