PSNA strengthens industry–academia collaboration in drone technology; signs MoU with Garuda Aerospace
PSNA College of Engineering and Technology has partnered with Garuda Aerospace to establish a Centre of Excellence and a drone pilot training organization. The collaboration aims to provide students with hands-on experience in drone technology and industry-recognized certifications.
Why it matters
Industry-academia partnerships are essential for aligning engineering curricula with the rapidly growing drone and UAV sector.
In a significant move towards fostering industry-oriented education and technological innovation, the PSNA College of Engineering and Technology has signed two strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Garuda Aerospace Limited, Chennai, one of India’s leading drone technology companies.
The agreements were formally signed by college trustee Surya Raguraam and Garuda Aerospace Limited chief operating officer R Vijaya Kumar, marking the beginning of a long-term partnership to empower students with cutting-edge knowledge and practical expertise in drone technology.
The first MoU focuses on establishing a Centre of Excellence (CoE) at the PSNA campus. The Centre will serve as a dedicated hub for innovation, applied research, industry-driven student projects, advanced laboratory facilities, Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs), technical workshops, and collaborative research initiatives in emerging drone technologies.
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