Tokyo-based Terra Drone Corporation is one of the world’s largest providers of industrial drone solutions. In partnership with Terra Drone India and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), a premier engineering college in Hyderabad, the company will establish a Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles in the campus of IIT Hyderabad.
Commenting on the agreement, Toru Tokushige, CEO, Terra Drone Corporation said, “As the world’s fastest-growing major economy, the potential for commercial drone market in India is huge. By co-establishing a Center of Excellence for Drones in India, we will be empowering young professionals and strengthening the future of the industry.” Terra Drone India will support IIT Hyderabad to organize workshops, seminars, lectures, and joint projects that leverage cutting-edge unmanned technologies and drone LiDAR systems. It will also offer internship programs to talented students and prepare them for real-world technology applications.
Dr. Uday B. Desai, director, IIT Hyderabad, said, “We are creating a unique educational ecosystem that combines interactive learning with cutting-edge research, strong industry collaboration, and entrepreneurship. This pact is a step in that direction. We are especially excited about developing drone-based solutions for domains like 5G communication, agriculture, transportation, and AI.”
Last updated: December 26th, 2025
