SwaYaan Initiative:
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and Drone Federation of India launched the National Innovation Challenge for Drone Research (NIDAR) under the SwaYaan initiative.
- National Innovation Challenge for Drone Application and Research (NIDAR) Part of SwaYaan – Capacity Building for Human Resource Development in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) initiative under Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in collaboration with Drone Federation of India (DFI).
- Aim is to Encourage research, innovation, and real-world drone applications in disaster management and precision agriculture. Engage over 100 student teams for developing autonomous drone solutions. Foster startup incubation, cloud credits, software support, and internships.
- SwaYaan Initiative is a comprehensive capacity-building program for drone and allied technologies in India.
- Launched in Approved by MeitY in July 2022 under Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
- Aim is to Train 42,560 participants to create a skilled drone technology workforce.
- Implemented via a hub-and-spoke model with participation from 30 top institutions including IISc, IITs, IIITs, NITs, CDAC, and NIELIT.
- Focus areas include Drone Electronics, GNC Algorithms Simulation, Aeromechanics, Drone Applications, and Allied UAS Technologies.
- Initiation of minor degree programs, bootcamps, and workshops.
- Active industry participation through challenges and innovation platforms.
