Haryana is about to get a landmark moment in its industrial journey. On May 16, 2026, AVPL International will inaugurate Phase-1 of Drone City Haryana — a proposed ₹80 crore integrated drone ecosystem in Village Sisai, Hansi. This isn’t just another industrial park; it’s a bet on India’s drone-powered future, backed by serious government money and a clear mission to uplift youth.
Here’s everything you need to know about this ambitious launch.
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AVPL Project at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Project Cost | ₹80 Crore (proposed) |
| Govt. Incentive Support | ₹58.51 Crore (HEEP-2020) |
| Location | Village Sisai, Hansi, Haryana |
| Area | ~11.5 Acres, 23 Industrial Sheds |
| Inauguration Date | May 16, 2026 |
| Chief Guest | Cabinet Minister Shri Krishan Kumar Bedi |
| Youth Targeted | 800+ across Haryana |
| Foundation Stone Laid | Sept 8, 2025 by CM Nayab Singh Saini |
What Makes This a Big Deal?
India’s drone (UAV) industry is at an inflection point — from defence surveillance to precision agriculture, the sector is projected to become a multi-billion dollar ecosystem within this decade. Drone City Haryana is designed to sit at the heart of that growth.
Spread across 11.5 acres with 23 dedicated industrial sheds, the campus will host companies working on agriculture drones, logistics drones, surveillance UAVs, and defence technology — all under one roof. Think of it as a Silicon Valley-style cluster, but for flying machines.
What sets it apart is the integrated approach: manufacturing + skilling + R&D + testing, all co-located. That combination is rare even globally. You can read more about drone ecosystem developments in India on TechnoSports.
The 500 Drone Udhami Scheme — Empowering SC Youth
Alongside the main inauguration, Haryana’s SC Finance & Development Corporation will kick off the “500 Drone Udhami” scheme — a dedicated programme to train 500 Scheduled Caste youth as drone entrepreneurs, pilots, technicians, and agri-drone service providers.
This isn’t token inclusion. It’s structural — weaving social equity into an industrial policy. The scheme will run alongside the Mission 1 Panchayat 1 Drone Udhyami initiative, ensuring drone access reaches India’s villages, not just its cities.
Inside the Ecosystem: What’s Being Built
Drone manufacturing units
R&D labs & testing zones
Pilot & technician training
Agriculture drone operations
Battery, sensor & comm systems
Entrepreneurship & incubation
AVPL International: Who Is Behind This?
Gurugram-based AITMC Ventures Ltd. (AVPL International), founded in 2016, has trained over 1,00,000 youth across India in drones, robotics, and AI. The company manufactures DGCA-certified agricultural drones and runs skill hubs with AICTE, state ITIs, and universities.
Dr. Preet Sandhu, Founder & MD of AVPL, called Drone City “a dream come true project” — a platform to bring manufacturers, startups, and training institutions together under one future-tech umbrella. For context on India’s broader drone tech space, check out the latest coverage on TechnoSports Tech.
“We aim to bring together manufacturers, startups, technology innovators, training institutions and service providers under one platform focused on future technologies.”
— Dr. Preet Sandhu, Founder & MD, AVPL International
FAQs
What is Drone City Haryana and when does it open?
Drone City Haryana is AVPL International’s ₹80 crore integrated drone manufacturing, skilling, and innovation hub in Village Sisai, Hansi. Phase-1 inaugurates on May 16, 2026.
How will Drone City Haryana benefit local youth?
The project is expected to create employment and entrepreneurship opportunities for 800+ Haryana youth, with a dedicated scheme training 500 SC youth as drone pilots, technicians, and agripreneurs.
