India's Defence Ministry to set up JWALA missile and propulsion hub in Andhra Pradesh

The Indian Defence Ministry disclosed that a dedicated manufacturing hub for the JWALA missile and its propulsion units will be set up in Andhra Pradesh. The facility is expected to handle production, testing and potentially research and development activities for the missile system. Officials said the hub will create a new supply chain for critical defence components and generate skilled employment in the region. The move is part of the government's broader Atmanirbhar Bharat push to reduce reliance on imports and strengthen indigenous defence capabilities. While a detailed timeline has not been released, the project will be rolled out in phases with possible participation from private sector partners.