Building India's Drone Industry!
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Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
𝐂𝐈𝐒𝐅 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐔 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐅𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚
CISF and the Drone Federation India (DFI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at CISF Headquarters, New Delhi, to strengthen collaboration in drone technology, training, innovation and security applications.
The MoU will facilitate knowledge sharing, capacity building and technological collaboration, further enhancing CISF’s preparedness to address emerging drone-related challenges and leverage unmanned aerial technologies for security applications.
#DroneTechnology #Drone #Innovation #NationFirst
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Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
CISF Signs MoU with Drone Federation India
CISF and the Drone Federation India (DFI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at CISF Headquarters, New Delhi, to strengthen collaboration in drone technology, training, innovation and security applications.
The agreement was signed by Dr. C. D. Naik, DIG (Principal), MPRTC, Behror, on behalf of CISF and Shri Smit Shah, President, DFI in the presence of DG CISF, and other senior officers of CISF and DFI.
The MoU will facilitate knowledge sharing, capacity building and technological collaboration, further enhancing CISF’s preparedness to address emerging drone-related challenges and leverage unmanned aerial technologies for security applications.
#DroneTechnology #Drone #Innovation #NationFirst
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Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
The conversation that we need to have in the Indian drone industry right now!
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Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
We’re Exhibiting at the Drone Udyog Sahyog 2025 taking place on Oct 31, 2025, at R&I Park, IIT Delhi. Visit our booth to explore #Azista’s advanced #composite offerings in rotary drones, fixed-wing drones, and loitering drones.
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Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
🇮🇳 Proud to represent India! 🇮🇳
The Drone Soccer Association India, presented by Drone Destination, is set to make history at the First Drone Soccer World Cup Championship in Jeonju, Korea.
Drone soccer is a high-tech, fast-paced sport where pilots fly drones encased in protective spheres to score goals-blending the thrill of aerial robotics with the strategy of soccer.
The FIDA World Cup Jeonju 2025 is the world’s first global Drone Soccer championship, organized by the Federation of International Dronesoccer Association (FIDA), showcasing the blend of sport, science, and innovation. Over 2,500 athletes from 32+ countries across Asia, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Oceania will compete in both national and club-level formats.
Drone Destination has pioneered Drone Soccer in India, promoting it as a youth and STEM sport as well as a strategic defense initiative. We are the first in India to develop and deploy Drone Battlefield Maneuvering Arenas at Army locations—advanced platforms for training soldiers in aerial tactics, coordination, and operational readiness, furthering the vision of an “eagle on every shoulder.
This milestone marks India's debut on the global stage of drone soccer, showcasing our nation's talent, innovation, and competitive spirit in the world of drone sports.
We sincerely thank our President, Mr. Alok Sharma, for his vision and leadership in bringing drone soccer to India and inspiring young pilots to take flight in this futuristic sport.
Our Vice President, Mr. Chyrag Sharmaa, for his constant encouragement and support in driving the team and this sports forward.
We are proud to carry the Indian flag to this prestigious international arena and look forward to making our mark at the World Cup.
@YASMinistry @IndiaSports @WeAreTeamIndia @Media_SAI @MoCA_GoI @DGCAIndia @SpokespersonMoD @IAF_INDIA @EduMinOfIndia @mhrd_innovation @MIB_India @GoI_MeitY @esportsindia @ESFIIndia @narendramodi @PMOIndia @MEAIndia @timesofindia @AICRAINDIA
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Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
🛰️ "𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲."🏔️
After two adrenaline-charged weeks, the Grand Finale of #SuryaDronathon2025 concluded at one of the highest drone-testing arenas in the world, #Sumdo, #HimachalPradesh. 🇮🇳
From freelancers & start-ups to NCC cadets & established OEMs, participants from across India showcased their drone platforms in a gruelling two-phase challenge that tested flight endurance, real-time navigation, obstacle handling and ruggedisation under extreme high-altitude conditions.
The event embodied a fusion of skill, innovation and soldiering spirit, reflecting India’s push towards next-gen warfare technologies and indigenous drone ecosystems.
🏆 Winners were felicitated by Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta, GOC-in-C #CentralCommand, who applauded the passion and resilience of all teams and underlined the growing significance of high-tech Unmanned Aerial Systems in future combat and logistics scenarios.
#DroneWarfare | #IndigenousInnovation | #HimachalPradesh | #MountainTech | #SuryaCommand | #IndianArmy #DareToDrone
@adgpi @ProDefLko @PRODefDehradun @HQ_IDS_India @PIB_India @DroneFederation @MoCA_GoI @NCC_India
Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
🚁 4 years ago, India chose vision over fear. Drone Rules 2021 were notified and everything changed.
🧵 A short thread on how India went from banning #drones to unleashing a revolution 👇
Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
At 10,700 ft in Sumdo, Himachal Pradesh, the Indian Army’s Surya Dronathon-2025 turned the toughest heights into a proving ground for tomorrow’s drone warriors.
27 #IndianArmy Teams, 21 Start-ups, 74 innovators, 08 NCC cadets & 21 OEMs registered to showcase agility, precision & endurance in one of the highest drone obstacle arenas in the world.
The Winners in each category were as follows.
🥇Endurance Race - Sepoy Rahul More.
🥇Obstacle Negotiation - Agniveer Anil Dev.
🌟 Innovators/Freelancers.
🥇 Mr Prakhar
🥈 Mr Arun K
🥉 Mr Gokul
TheYoungest Participant, Master Atharva (13 yrs ) deserves a special mention.
Felicitating the winners, Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta, GOC-in-C #SuryaCommand, hailed the event as a decisive stride towards #AtmanirbharBharat in defence innovation.
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Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
#FutureLeaders at #DSSC_Wellington explored how #ArtificialIntelligence, Advanced Technologies & Unmanned Autonomous Systems #UAS are transforming the future battlefield in a captivating seminar on Emerging Technologies.
The sessions shed light on the sweeping impact of #NicheTechnologies on #MilitaryOperations and emphasised the urgent need for in-house innovation and #AtmaNirbharta in defence.
Mr Mayur Datar, VP @MicrosoftIndia, elaborated on how #AI & #ML can revolutionise decision support systems for military commanders and enable Battlefield Augmented Reality to enhance situational awareness and operational outcomes.
In a thought provoking session, Mr Sridhar Vembu, CEO @Zoho, spoke on "Empowering India's Technological Future : Transition from Service Provider to Technology Generator," laying down a bold vision for India’s tech sovereignty.
Mr Smit Shah, President @dronefed, offered invaluable insights on the applications of #UAS in the military domain, highlighting the critical need for domestic innovation, tactical deployment and a robust counter-UAS strategy.
The seminar offered a dynamic convergence of tech leadership and military vision - underlining the importance of self-reliant, tech-enabled warfighting capability for future conflicts.
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Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
PM मोदी के नेतृत्व में स्वदेशी उद्योग को मिल रही है शक्ति !
Watch : t.ly/oPmye
#PMModi #BJP #IndigenousIndustry #Bharat24Digital
@PMOIndia @narendramodi @dronefed @A_suryavanshi_
Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
Many people are waking up to the importance of drones and counter-drone tech today. But the seeds were sown years ago through bold, strategic policy moves.
Watch former Defence Secretary Dr. Ajay Kumar (@drajaykumar_ias) speak on the brilliance of Indian drone startups at Bharat Drone Mahotsav, organised by @dronefed and @MoCA_GoI in 2022.
@joe_sameer @ankit_ideaForge @niharvartak @Arun_Golaya @VGK_India
Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
India’s biggest drone innovation challenge is here—NIDAR!
From disaster management to precision agriculture, this is your chance to build the drones of tomorrow. With a prize pool of Rs 40 lakhs, plus startup support and internships, the sky is not the limit.
Click Here And Apply Now - nidar.org.in.
#NIDAR
#NewIndia
#IndiaLargestDrone
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Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
📜#GeMMoU
Government e Marketplace (GeM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Drone Federation India (DFI) — a leading industry-led, not-for-profit body representing over 200 drone OEMs across the country.
This strategic partnership marks a significant step towards strengthening the drone ecosystem in public procurement.
Executed in the presence of Shri Ajit B. Chavan, Additional CEO and Chief Seller Officer, GeM and Shri Smit Shah, President DFI, the MoU underscores our shared commitment to enabling transformative advancements in drone technology for the government sector.
Drones and related services have emerged as game-changers across a variety of sectors, offering customized, cutting-edge solutions that have the potential to transform industries such as #agriculture, #defense, #logistics, and #infrastructure. MoU intends to ensure that indigenous drone manufacturers / service providers expand their market visibility and enhance growth potential in government-driven projects through simplified public procurement process.
#GeMIndia #drone
Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
Future Innovators, it’s time to get inspired and build cutting-edge drones for India! Participate now in the national drone innovation challenge - NIDAR.
Click nidar.org.in/
#DroneInnovation #DigitalIndia @dronefed @iiscbangalore @cdacindia @swayaan_iiti @NeGD_GoI @NIELITIndia
Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
📢 India's biggest Drone Innovation Challenge!
This week’s #AskOurExperts (Apr 4) is on #NIDAR, a national-level drone innovation competition. Join in & ask anything about this challenge directly from the experts.
🔗 youtube.com/live/6RAJPmS_4RE…
#DigitalIndia @dronefed @AICTE_INDIA
Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
Shri Smit Shah, President, Drone Federation of India, addressed the International Workshop on Land Governance today at HIPA, Gurugram, emphasizing the holistic development of India’s drone ecosystem. He highlighted the growing role of drones in land governance, policy interventions, training, and regulatory frameworks, shaping India into a global leader in drone technology.
He underscored the #SVAMITVA_Scheme, which leverages drone technology to digitize rural properties, provide property rights, and facilitate access to loans and economic opportunities for rural citizens. By ensuring accurate land records, the scheme is driving transparency, financial inclusion, and rural empowerment.
He added, Drones are also playing a critical role in disaster planning and response, healthcare services, and operational efficiency across sectors. With a strong focus on incentives, demand, and global integration, India is paving the way for world-class drone manufacturing and innovation.
@NarendraModi @PMOIndia @DrSJaishankar @MEAIndia @ITECnetwork @VirajSinghIFS @hipa_gurugram @DC_Gurugram @India_SOI @dronefed @BlameItOnSmit
#MoPR #PanchayatiRaj #SVAMITVA #LandGovernance #InternationalWorkshop #PMO #MEA #HIPA #ITEC
Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India, in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) programme and the Haryana Institute of Public Administration (HIPA), is organizing an International Workshop on Land Governance from 24th to 29th March, 2025 at HIPA Complex, Sector–18, Gurugram, Haryana. This landmark workshop will bring together official delegates from 22 countries across Africa, Latin America, and South-East Asia to explore innovative approaches for addressing land governance challenges globally.
More than 40 senior officials from countries such as #Turkmenistan, #Colombia, #Zimbabwe, #Fiji, #Mali, #Lesotho, #SierraLeone, #Venezuela, #Mongolia, #Tanzania, #Uzbekistan, #EquatorialGuinea, #Kiribati, #SãoTomé and #Príncipe, #Liberia, #Ghana, #Armenia, #Honduras, #Eswatini, #Cambodia, #Togo, and #PapuaNewGuinea will participate in this global knowledge-sharing platform. The workshop aims to promote mutual learning, showcase India’s pioneering SVAMITVA Scheme, and discuss global challenges and solutions in land governance.
#LandGovernance #SVAMITVA #MoPR #PanchayatiRaj
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Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
Rahul Gandhi's statements dismiss India's drone industry while proudly showcasing a banned Chinese DJI drone.
Yes, the industry is still in its nascent stage and a lot has to be done, but arm chair criticism with zero tangible suggestions won’t help.
Collective efforts of industry players, academia, and policymakers are truly remarkable.
Here’s my take on why he is off the mark.
Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
Shri Santosh Sarangi, Additional Secretary and Director General, DGFT delivered the Keynote Address at the National Conference on Strategic Trade Controls (NCSTC) on 16th January 2025.
#NCSTC2025 #Exportcontrols #SCOMET #EmergingTechnologies #ITT #DGFT
Drone Federation India (DFI) retweeted
#NCSTC2025
Thematic Session 5: Compliance & Industry Perspectives in Defense & Strategic Trade
- India's Defense Export Control & Licensing
- Expert panel on defense industry insights
🗓️16-17 Jan 2025 |📍Hotel Conrad, Bengaluru
Register: dgft.gov.in/CP/?opt=NCSTC202…
