Lucknow gets its first DGCA-certified drone pilots centre

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Berry Avionics, on Thursday, launched the first DGCA-certified drone training centre in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. According to the Pune-based drone training and research and development company, this new facility aims to meet the growing demand for certified drone pilots in India.

Uyes Inamdar, the Founder of Berry Avionics, in a company statement, said, “With the city having its own state-of-the-art training centre, we expect to see potentially high demand for our courses from Lucknow and across the state.”

This facility, recognised as a Remote Pilot Training Organisation (RPTO), is equipped to train over 1,000 students, professionals, and entrepreneurs each year. The centre provides specialised training in drone piloting and certification, helping participants pursue careers in various industries adopting drone technology.

Berry Avionics aims to expand its RPTO network to Greater Noida, Bhopal, Pune & Bangalore increasing its training capacity to over 7,500 by the end of 2025.

The centre will also play a vital role in supporting local industries, including agriculture, oil and gas, utilities, and mining, by training operators to integrate drones into their operations for enhanced efficiency and modernisation, Inamdar added.

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The initiative aligns with government efforts like the Namo Drone Didi programme, which aims to empower women by providing certified training in the use of drones in agriculture.

Berry Avionics claims that its DGCA-certified facility in Lucknow is designed to bridge the skills gap, providing individuals with the knowledge and certification required to operate drones professionally.

The company also asserts that it has already trained over 15,000 individuals and enjoys strong institutional backing from the World Trade Center Pune and Shiv Nadar University.

Additionally, Berry Avionics plans to open further RPTOs in Greater Noida, Bhopal, Pune, and Bangalore, aiming to train over 7,500 individuals by 2025.

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