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Drone Technology Workshop Highlights Opportunities for Students at Vikrama Simhapuri University
NELLORE, INDIA – December 15, 2025 – Vikrama Simhapuri University (VSU) hosted a national-level workshop on ‘Drone Technology’ at its Kakatur campus in the SPSR Nellore district on Monday, emphasizing the growing importance of drones in various sectors including national security, agriculture, and smart city development.
Dr. K. Krishna Naik from IIITDM Kurnool, a keynote speaker at the event, highlighted the potential of drones for tasks such as crop health analysis, water resource mapping, and border surveillance, all while being cost-effective and time-efficient. He urged students to develop skills in drone hardware design, embedded systems, and communication protocols, citing excellent career prospects in the industry. He also stressed the importance of understanding safety norms and DGCA guidelines.
Prof. Allam Srinivasa Rao, Vice-Chancellor of VSU, acknowledged the increasing significance of drone technology and directed the Department of Computer Science to initiate M.Sc. programs in ‘Drones and IoT’ to prepare students for emerging opportunities, particularly with the upcoming Drone City in Kurnool. The week-long workshop, organized by the Department of Computer Science, aims to create a skilled workforce capable of utilizing drone technology effectively.
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