Andhra Pradesh: Rising as a Global Drone Hub

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has vowed to advance the drone industry in the state, making it a pioneering hub. At a drone summit, Naidu outlined plans to adopt 150 drone use cases and requested a certification hub, while emphasizing affordability for widespread adoption.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has committed to transforming the state into a leading drone hub, as announced at a national drone summit in Mangalagiri, Guntur district.

Highlighting its potential, Naidu urged drone players to utilize Andhra Pradesh as a testing site for various drone applications. He emphasized adopting 150 use cases, promising government support and urging cost-effectiveness in the offerings from drone companies.

The summit witnessed agreements with the Quality Council of India for certifying drone startups and between IIT-Tirupati and Technology Innovative Hub for collaboration. The initiative intends to hand out 20,000 drone pilot certificates and boost indigenization in manufacturing.

(With inputs from agencies.)