Bharat Drone Association appointed as Technical Partner by Andhra Drone Corporation for Amaravati Drone Summit 2024

Delhi, October 11, 2024:

Bharat Drone Association, India’s largest drone industry body with over 400 members that includes Drone Manufacturers, Service Providers, RPTOs, Industry Experts, Data Processing Centres and other AI & ML start-ups with a presence in 20 states, today announced its collaboration with the Andhra Pradesh Drones Corporation (APDC) as a ‘Technology Partner’ for the Amaravati Drone Summit 2024. The Amaravati Drone Summit 2024 scheduled to be held on October 22nd and 23rd, 2024, in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh.

An undertaking of the Government of Andhra Pradesh under the Infrastructure and Investment Department, the Amaravati Drone Summit is a national-level event organized by APDC. The platform is set to position Andhra Pradesh as a hub for Drone System Design and Manufacturing (DSDM) and Drone Enabled Technology and Services (DeTS).

Bharat Drone Association is actively working with thought leaders and industry stakeholders to foster a sustainable UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) ecosystem in the country. As Technology Partners, Bharat Drone Association will contribute its expertise to build upon the summit’s success and further drive innovation in the drone industry.

President of Bharat Drone Association, Retired Ex-Serviceman from Indian Army, Major Ganesan said, “We are honoured to collaborate with the Andhra Pradesh Drones Corporation for the Amaravati Drone Summit 2024. Our partnership underscores our shared commitment to advancing the UAV industry in India and leveraging drone technology to address critical societal and industrial challenges. The summit presents an excellent opportunity to showcase cutting-edge solutions and foster meaningful dialogue among industry leaders.”

Bharat Drone Association held the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign with Former Civil Aviation Minister Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia on August 15th 2023. It was also instrumental in advocating for Drone policy which lead to the Government introducing several progressive government schemes & initiatives like PLI, Loan for Drones, SMAM Subsidies & Namo Drone Didi Scheme.

The Amaravati Drone Summit 2024 will bring together key stakeholders from across the drone industry, including government officials, technology innovators, and industry leaders, to explore the future of drones in India. The event will highlight advancements in drone technology, industry trends, and opportunities for collaboration.

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