{"id":607,"date":"2024-02-23T07:43:10","date_gmt":"2024-02-23T07:43:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shashankrsingh.com\/blog\/?p=607"},"modified":"2024-02-23T07:43:10","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T07:43:10","slug":"iit-guwahati-launches-drone-pilot-training-organisation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shashankrsingh.com\/blog\/iit-guwahati-launches-drone-pilot-training-organisation\/","title":{"rendered":"IIT-Guwahati launches drone pilot training organisation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>IIT Guwahati has collaborated with EduRade, a drone pilot training school,&nbsp; to launch India\u2019s largest Remote Pilot Training Organization (RPTO). The primary objective of this RPTO is to promote the advancement of drone technology in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IIT Guwahati\u00a0has claimed it to be the largest drone pilot training organisation in India, spanning across 18 acres and boasting the capability to fly nine medium-class drones simultaneously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Initially, the RPTO will introduce a DGCA-Certified medium class drone pilot training course, which will be\u00a0tailored to enhance the skills of youth in North East and other regions of India.\u00a0It will also cater specifically to women from self-help groups (SHGs) engaged in agriculture, identified under the Namo Drone Didi Yojna of the Government of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon completion of the course, students will be awarded a Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC) sanctioned by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Government of India. This certification will authorise them to legally operate drones and pursue a career as certified drone pilots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, the IITG-RPTO plans to launch a diverse range of drone-based courses aimed at catering to various skill levels and interests, thereby ensuring comprehensive education and upskilling opportunities for individuals.<a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/subscribe\/offer-77891\/?utm_source=IEsite&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=UPSC\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cSince the past three years IIT Guwahati has been dedicating itself to cultivate innovation and excellence in drone technology services, education, empowering organizations and individuals to emerge as leaders and pioneers in this swiftly advancing field. As we witness the rapid growth of the drone industry and the mounting demand for drone pilots, the Institute envisions extending drone education, entrepreneurial activity and manufacturing to every corner of India. Through this collaboration, our goal is to nurture a generation equipped with the skills and knowledge essential to excel in the realm of drone technology, thus driving forward progress and innovation in this dynamic field,\u201d said Prof. Parameswar K. Iyer, Dean PRBR at IIT Guwahati.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>IIT Guwahati has collaborated with EduRade, a drone pilot training school,&nbsp; to launch India\u2019s largest Remote Pilot Training Organization (RPTO). The primary objective of this RPTO is to promote the advancement of drone technology in India. 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