Bengaluru: The Tata Group is likely to join the likes of Silicon Valley startup Zipline and domestic tech companies Swiggy, Zomato and ShopX, who are seeking certification from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to conduct experiments for using unmanned aerial vehicles, or drones, commercially.
Several players have already applied to conduct such experiments, and more are expected as the DGCA recently extended the deadline to July 10.
The Tatas are developing drones for specific applications across group companies, sources in the know said. Hyperlocal delivery startup Dunzo and logistics firm Delhivery are also believed to have expressed interest to partner with drone operators, multiple sources close to the development said.
