IG Drones & AASSC Launch Drone Skill Program, aims to Upskill 10milion youth

New Delhi: IG Drones, a leading name in India's drone technology and analytics sector, has inked a strategic partnership with the Aerospace and Aviation Sector Skill Council (AASSC).

This collaboration, endorsed by Om Prakash Das, Founder and COO of IG Drones, and Retired Commander AKN Balaji, CEO of AASSC, is aimed at revolutionising skill development in drone technology and allied fields across the nation, with support from the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC).


The central objective of this initiative, according to the company, is to equip individuals with the comprehensive expertise required to navigate the diverse aspects of drone technology, including piloting, operations, maintenance, and data analysis. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) represents a crucial step in meeting the increasing demand for competent individuals in the fast-paced drone sector.

Under the terms of the agreement, IG Drones and AASSC will synergize their resources and knowledge to craft and deliver meticulously designed training modules tailored to industry requisites. The program's focal point lies in augmenting participants' proficiency in drone technology, ensuring their readiness to contribute meaningfully to the burgeoning drone ecosystem. This collaborative endeavor is poised to catalyze innovation, entrepreneurship, and employment opportunities within the expansive drone sector throughout India.

Bodhisattwa Sanghapriya, IG Drones said, in a statement, "This MoU will foster skill development in drone space, aided by NSDC that is already upgrading the youth in the country in different areas and providing employment. There is a high demand for skilled professionals in the country and this partnership will further empower our youth by helping them excel in various aspects of drone technology. We look forward to more such initiatives to bring IG Drones on a national level and play a role in providing training in the latest drone technologies."

Retd. Commander AKN Balaji(Retd), CEO of AASSC said, "Signing of MoU with leading Drone Technology company IG Drones has been a significant step at the Vibrant Global Gujarat summit and we look forward to promote skill development in drone technology and allied fields across India, through this collaboration. We hope this initiative turns out to be a game-changer approach towards a dynamic future where drone technology reaches beyond the skies."

IG Drones previously partnered with 51 associations, including the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) and the Electronics Sector Skill Council of India (ESSCI).