Thiruvananthapuram: Higher education minister R Bindu inaugurated an advanced drone pilot training initiative at Rajadhani Engineering College in Nagaroor near Attingal. The programme is being launched by ASAP Kerala in collaboration with the Centre for Aerospace Research, Anna University, a DGCA-approved institution.Speaking at the event, Bindu emphasised the govt’s commitment to bridging the gap between education and employment. “Drones are rapidly emerging as a major source of employment, ranging from agriculture to national defence. We must prepare our youth to seize these opportunities,” she said. She highlighted ASAP Kerala’s role in transforming the state into a knowledge-based society and announced that the next centre of excellence in drone pilot training will be established in Thrissur.The event also featured a seminar and drone exhibition led by space scientist Myilsamy Annadurai. Students also participated in live demonstrations and interactive sessions.Attingal MLA O S Ambika, ASAP Kerala CMD Usha Titus, Centre for Aerospace Research director Senthil Kumar, Nagaroor panchayat president Smita D, Rajadhani Group chairman Biju Ramesh, ASAP Kerala head Liju I P Nair and Rajadhani College principal Madhukumar S were also present.
