What: Task Force headed by Jayant Sinha
Why: fast tracking UAV
When: April 12, 2018
- The Central Government on April 12, 2018 constitute a Task Force under the chairmanship of Shri Jayant Sinha, Minister of State for Civil Aviation for fast-tracking the roll-out of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technology.
- The Task Force will develop a roadmap with implementable recommendations for Central as well as State Governments, Industry and Research Institutions.
- The Task Force will consist of representatives from the Government, PSUs, industry and sectoral experts and submit report within 6 months of its constitution. The Headquarters of the Task Force will be at Ministry of Civil Aviation, New Delhi.
- The Task Force will focus, inter-alia, on research & development, acquisition & commercialisation, application & adoption in specific sectors, regulatory framework, preference for Make in India.
- A roadmap with implementable recommendations for the Central Government, State Governments, Industry and Research Institutions including outcomes, timelines, implementation & review mechanism and measurable metrics will be prepared by the Task Force. The role of the industry will also be clearly delineated.
- The Task Force may study global practices and interact with relevant stakeholders, as required, for preparation of their report.
- The Task Force will have necessary consultations and interactions with Industry, Research Institutions and Government Organizations.
