PolicyOct 28, 2026
DGCA Releases Updated UAS Traffic Management Framework
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has published revised guidelines for UTM corridors, with DDA contributing key recommendations to the final draft.
Chennai, India · Est. 2018
India's Premier
Drone Developers Association
Uniting engineers, developers, and industry leaders to shape the future of unmanned aerial systems in India.
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Our Mission
Advancing India's Drone Ecosystem
The Drone Developers Association (DDA) is Chennai's foremost professional body for UAV engineers, researchers, and industry stakeholders. We bridge the gap between innovation and regulation, fostering a collaborative environment where cutting-edge drone technology can flourish.
From policy advocacy to technical workshops, DDA is the definitive platform for those shaping India's unmanned aerial future.
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News & Announcements
TechnologyOct 15, 2026
DDA Members Demonstrate Swarm Coordination at IIT Madras
A consortium of DDA member companies successfully demonstrated 50-drone swarm coordination using indigenous flight control software.
EventsOct 3, 2026
Annual Drone Summit 2026 Draws Record 800 Attendees
This year's summit featured keynotes from ISRO, HAL, and leading UAV startups, cementing Chennai's position as India's drone innovation hub.
Calendar
Upcoming Events
14NOV
Workshop
UAV Regulatory Compliance Workshop
IIT Madras Research Park, Chennai
22NOV
Hackathon
Drone Hardware Hackathon 2026
TIDEL Park, Chennai
05DEC
AGM
Annual General Meeting & Awards
Hotel Taj Coromandel, Chennai
18DEC
Masterclass
Computer Vision for Drones — Masterclass
Online (Zoom)
Membership
Why Join DDA?
01
Technical Working Groups
Participate in specialised committees on flight control, regulation, and emerging UAV technologies.
02
Industry Networking
Connect with 1,200+ engineers, researchers, and decision-makers across India's drone ecosystem.
03
Policy Advocacy
Shape DGCA regulations and national UAV policy through DDA's direct government engagement channels.
04
Exclusive Events
Priority access to workshops, hackathons, and the annual Drone Summit with discounted registration.
05
Research & Publications
Access DDA's library of technical reports, white papers, and regulatory analysis documents.
06
Career Development
Job board, mentorship programmes, and certification pathways for drone professionals at every level.