The Centre for Research and Development was raised on 30 July 2006. The base for the raising of this National Institution was laid by a cabinet memorandum approved on 29 March 2006. The CRD was created with a vision to establish a world-class science and technology base providing the military a decisive edge, by equipping them with internationally competitive systems and solutions.
Vision
To establish a world-class science and technology base providing the military a decisive edge by equipping them with internationally competitive solutions.
Mission
a. To plan, research, design, develop and lead towards the production of state-of-the-art solutions; sensors, weapon systems, platforms and allied equipment for the country’s defence.
b. To provide technological solutions for Defence needs, to optimize combat effectiveness and to promote the wellbeing of troops.
c. To develop infrastructure and committed quality man power and build a strong technological base.