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Haryana to Boost Drone Manufacturing Research, Create Jobs: CM Saini
- •Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced Haryana's focus on drone manufacturing research to meet growing demand in India and abroad, benefiting startups and creating youth employment.
- •The state aims to explore all possibilities for drone use, promoting research, technical education, and skilled youth in the sector.
- •Haryana is a leading state in adopting the Industrial Model Township (IMT) model, with six major IMTs already developed and plans for expansion and new IMTs.
- •Proposed IMT expansions include Kharkhoda to 5,800 acres, Kosli to 5,000 acres, Bawal to 2,000 acres, Sohna to 1,500 acres, and Faridabad-Palwal to 9,000 acres.
- •Ten new IMTs are planned across the state, including Naraingarh, Ambala, Jind, Murthal-Gannaur, and Rai, with a service center in each to facilitate industries.
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Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini stated that Haryana will focus heavily on drone manufacturing research to cater to domestic and international demands. The state aims to encourage startups in the sector, provide plug-and-play industrial facilities, and equip the youth with technical skills. Additionally, the government has supported projects like the 'Drone City Haryana' in Hisar district to create an integrated ecosystem for drone manufacturing, training, and innovation.
Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation has developed six major IMTs, including Manesar, Bawal, Rohtak, Sohna, Faridabad, and Kharkhoda. Due to rising global industry interest, officials have proposed expanding existing IMTs like Kharkhoda, Kosli, Bawal, Sohna, and Faridabad-Palwal. Furthermore, ten new IMTs are planned for development in areas such as Naraingarh, Ambala, Jind, Murthal-Gannaur, and Rai.
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini noted that Haryana is home to 12,500 startups and has encouraged them to expand further to build a network of over 25,000 startups. Special schemes like the '500 Drone Udhami Scheme' are also organized to train youth as drone entrepreneurs and technicians. Furthermore, the state established a Rs 20-crore research fund to drive innovation-led development and translate academic knowledge into practical startups.
