IG Drones, a prominent player in the drone technology startup realm, has solidified its partnership with the esteemed Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Sambalpur through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This landmark agreement, forged during the 100-Cube Start-up Conclave at IIM Sambalpur and supported by the Ministry of Education, signifies a pivotal moment in the integration of drone technology into business analytics, management strategies, and public policy.
The signing of this MoU marks a significant milestone, positioning IG Drones as the first company to establish such a collaboration with an IIM. The agreement outlines the establishment of a drone Centre of Excellence at IIM Sambalpur’s Delhi Campus, poised to serve as a focal point for research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the drone technology domain.
Based in Odisha, IG Drones has garnered national and global acclaim for its contributions to the drone technology landscape. The partnership with IIM Sambalpur is set to amplify the company’s efforts in fostering expertise and innovation among Indian youth in the realm of drone technology.
Dr Mahadeo Jaiswal, Director of IIM Sambalpur, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, emphasizing its potential to advance business analytics, management strategies, and public policy governance through drone technology. He lauded IG Drones for its commitment to driving innovation and propelling India’s drone technology sector forward.
Bodhisattwa Sanghapriya, Founder and CEO of IG Drones, echoed Dr Jaiswal’s sentiments, highlighting the partnership’s role in catalysing innovation and growth within the drone ecosystem. He emphasized the collaborative effort’s potential to benefit not only IG Drones but also India’s economic landscape at large.
The MoU between IG Drones and IIM Sambalpur represents a concerted effort to propel India to the forefront of drone technology and entrepreneurship. Both entities are poised to leverage this collaboration to fuel innovation, create opportunities, and contribute to the nation’s economic prosperity.
In addition to this groundbreaking collaboration, IG Drones has spearheaded the establishment of over 15 Centres of Excellence across India. With a vision to empower India’s youth with advanced drone technology, the company aims to establish 1000 such centres, strategically partnering with state governments, PSUs, and leading MNCs.
The 100-Cube Start-up Conclave, a flagship initiative supported by the Ministry of Education and IIM Sambalpur, underscores India’s commitment to fostering a vibrant startup ecosystem. With aspirations to nurture 100 startups by Odisha’s centennial celebration in 2036, initiatives like these are instrumental in driving India’s entrepreneurial spirit forward.