About SWAYAAN
SwaYaan is a National Initiative by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to develop and strengthen India’s UAS/Drone ecosystem, aligning with the Government’s vision to make India a global drone hub by 2030. The program empowers learners—from undergraduates to faculty and open learners—across five key technical areas through 1,500+ academic, research, and knowledge-sharing activities. Implemented by a network of 30 premier academic and R&D institutions, SwaYaan integrates skill councils and industry bodies to drive technological advancements, align with market needs, and shape industry standards, ensuring a global impact in drone innovation.
About DFI
The Drone Federation India (DFI) is a non-government, non-profit, industry-led body representing 550+ drone companies and 5500+ drone pilots across the country. DFI’s vision is to make India a global drone hub by 2030, and it promotes the design, development, manufacturing, adoption and export of Indian drone and counter-drone technology worldwide.
DFI enables ease of doing business, promotes the adoption of drone technology, and hosts several programs like Bharat Drone Mahotsav, which was inaugurated by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Bharat Drone Shakti 2023, which was inaugurated by Hon’ble Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh. DFI remains the leading resource for industry trends, regulations, and training, ensuring India’s UAV sector thrives.
