LUCKNOW / GERMANY — In a significant step to strengthen India’s aerospace and unmanned systems ecosystem, the Uttar Pradesh government has formally invited German-Israeli drone maker Quantum Systems GmbH to establish a drone manufacturing and research & development (R&D) facility in the state.
A high-level delegation from Uttar Pradesh, led by Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya and IT and Electronics Minister Sunil Kumar Sharma, held strategic discussions with company representatives in Nuremberg, Germany, on Tuesday as part of the state’s ongoing investment outreach mission.
The meeting focused on exploring long-term collaboration aimed at positioning Uttar Pradesh as a hub for advanced drone manufacturing and innovation. Officials highlighted the state’s progressive policy environment, substantial industrial ecosystem, and strong talent pool to attract global aerospace and defence investments.
Quantum Systems, which has operated in India for more than a decade, is recognised for its advanced unmanned aerial systems, including high-altitude and long-range surveillance drones used by armed forces in Germany and Spain.
During talks, both sides discussed areas of cooperation, including technology transfer, skill development, and joint ventures in manufacturing. The proposed facility is expected to not only catalyse job creation in Uttar Pradesh but also contribute to the larger “Make in India” and “Atmanirbhar Bharat” objectives by enhancing indigenous capabilities in defence and aerospace technologies.
Officials said the invite is part of Uttar Pradesh’s broader strategy to evolve into a global innovation centre in next-generation technologies such as drones, artificial intelligence, and advanced electronics. They noted that such investments would strengthen India’s role in global aerospace supply chains.
The state government’s diplomatic engagement in Germany also includes discussions with other technology and defence firms to explore collaborations spanning manufacturing, research, and advanced technology projects.
