## Media highlights Various initiatives in the public domain ## Featured Content ### Taking AAM to Mission Mode A cross-sector workshop in Mumbai brought together key government and industry stakeholders to deliberate on India’s mission-mode strategy for AAM — taking the first steps to move from research to real-world implementation. ### India Fast-Tracks Advanced Air Mobility plans with sandbox development India's Aviation Ministry leads delegation including regulator - DGCA, the Airports Authority of India and key industry decision makers for site visits to Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) sandbox feasibility checks. The visit is part of larger Government agenda of developing world-class sandbox sites to attract both global and domestic OEMs to conduct field trials in India. [Read more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/preview?siteId=5419b9d9-2b49-4b06-b089-3247a784c96d&path=field-visits-aam) ### Skyways to the Future: Operational Concepts for Advanced Air Mobility in India The report addresses key areas essential for AAM’s success in India, including developing a network of urban and rural vertiports designed for safety, accessibility, and integration with existing transportation infrastructure. To ensure safe operations, the report also recommends implementing an airspace management system that allows for the coexistence of traditional aircraft and new AAM vehicles. [Read more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/aviate-india/home-1 ) ### 'Medicine from the Sky - India' gains ICAO accolades Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/aviate-india/icao-aam-medicinefromthesky ) ### Community outcomes of drone deliveries in the Himalayan region Our drone delivery initiative in the Himalayan region has significantly improved healthcare access, providing essential medical supplies to remote communities. This project has not only enhanced emergency response times but also empowered local residents by integrating advanced technology into daily life. The initiative's success and impact will be showcased at the Advanced Air Mobility Symposium in Montreal, hosted by ICAO on 9th September 2024. This recognition underscores the global relevance of community-driven innovation in addressing critical challenges. [Read more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/aviate-india/aam-india-conops-wef) ### Advanced Air Mobility - India CONOPS Meeting The World Economic Forum's India Centre recently hosted a virtual consultation on the Concept of Operations (CONOPS) for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). Under the leadership of Joint Secretary of India's Aviation Ministry Mr. Asangba Chuba Ao and Joint Director General of the DGCA, Mr. Maneesh Gupta, the session highlighted India’s vision for AAM, addressed regulatory challenges, and outlined the path for operational and economic integration. [Read more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/aviate-india/aam-india-conops-wef) ### AVIATE - World Economic Forum’s C4IR India Takes Leadership in Advanced Air Mobility Discussions The World Economic Forum's Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution in India (C4IR India) had the honor of chairing and moderating pivotal sessions on Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) at Wings India 2024 – India’s biannual aviation extravaganza lead by The Ministry of Civil Aviation. These sessions were meticulously crafted to address the manufacturing landscape of Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) vehicles in India, convening key stakeholders from both global and Indian aviation sectors. Central to these discussions were nuanced deliberations on regulatory frameworks and the Concept of Operations (CONOPS), featuring notable representatives from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). [Read more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/aviate-india/wingsindia2024aamsession) ### Advanced Air Mobility initiative announced at the Paris Air Show Global Advanced Air Mobility Program announced at the Paris Air Show with a strong India focus. AVIATE, acronym for Advancing Aviation Innovation and Technology for Everyone will be an enabling platform for AAM with focus areas on autonomy, sectoral pilots and regional CONOPS [Read more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/aviate-india/aviate-india01) ### India is unlocking rural prosperity with the world's largest drone-led property rights initiative Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/11/unlocking-rural-prosperity-the-worlds-largest-drone-led-property-rights-initiative/) ### President of India lauds the Forum's 'Medicine from the Sky' initiative The Hon'ble President of India Smt Draupadi Murmu delivered a grand address yesterday at the 37th Statehood Day of India's Himalayan State of Arunachal Pradesh. She cited the Forum's 'Medicine from the Sky' initiative as an 'example of technology for social impact' ## Featured Content ### ICAO Symposium delegates urge international community to act on fostering the deployment of advanced air mobility A global Call to Action for the accelerated, safe, and sustainable deployment of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) technologies emerged at the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), at its first ever event wholly dedicated to the topic. [Read more](https://www.icao.int/Newsroom/Pages/ICAO-Symposium-delegates-urge-international-community-to-act-on-fostering-the-deployment-of-advanced-air-mobility.aspx) ### Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) at Wings India 2024 The World Economic Forum's Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution in India (C4IR India) had the honor of chairing and moderating pivotal sessions on Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) at Wings India 2024 – India’s biannual aviation extravaganza lead by The Ministry of Civil Aviation. These sessions were meticulously crafted to address the manufacturing landscape of Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) vehicles in India, convening key stakeholders from both global and Indian aviation sectors. Central to these discussions were nuanced deliberations on regulatory frameworks and the Concept of Operations (CONOPS), featuring notable representatives from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). [Read more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/aviate-india/wingsindia2024aamsession) ### Advanced Air Mobility initiative announced at the Paris Air Show Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/aviate-india/aviate-india01) ### India is unlocking rural prosperity with the world's largest drone-led property rights initiative In 2020, the Government of India announced the SVAMITVA Scheme to establish clear ownership of property in rural inhabited ('Abadi') areas. To accomplish this ambitious mission, the mapping of land parcels of 660,000 villages in India using innovative drone technology was undertaken. The programme has engaged a host of agile drone start-ups to ensure that rural populations have secured land titles and greater access to finance. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/11/unlocking-rural-prosperity-the-worlds-largest-drone-led-property-rights-initiative/) ### President of India lauds the Forum's 'Medicine from the Sky' initiative The Hon'ble President of India Smt Draupadi Murmu delivered a grand address yesterday at the 37th Statehood Day of India's Himalayan State of Arunachal Pradesh. She cited the Forum's 'Medicine from the Sky' initiative as an 'example of technology for social impact' ### Drones in India: A model for cooperative federalism When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.businesstoday.in/opinion/columns/story/drones-in-india-a-model-for-cooperative-federalism-301586-2021-07-16) ### Drones can help create $100-bn GDP boost, lakhs of jobs in India When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.thehindu.com/business/drones-can-help-create-100-bn-gdp-boost-lakhs-of-jobs-in-india-wef-report/article66027380.ece) ### India’s drone sector: An aurora borealis of the 4IR When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/indias-drone-sector-an-aurora-borealis-of-the-fourth-industrial-revolution-11633068407792.html) ### Flying high: how India could lead the world in drones When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2019/10/flying-high-how-india-could-lead-the-world-in-drones/) ### Million Dollar Question - Medicine from the Sky When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jyotiradityamscindia_medicinefromsky-drones-dronerevolutionbegins-activity-6981467582516137984-YWtL?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop) ### WEF’s ‘medicine from the sky’ to be launched in Arunachal When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/drone-delivery-wefs-medicine-from-the-sky-to-be-launched-in-arunachal/articleshow/93570973.cms) ## Knowledge products Insights, issue briefs and industry reports ## Featured Content ### Medicine from the Sky: Community Outcomes of Drone Deliveries in the Himalayan Region Medicine from the Sky has transformed local medical services, created new jobs, provided opportunities for women and holds the potential to have a positive environmental impact. The Himalayan drone network completed two years of operations on 15 August 2024, India’s Independence Day, making it the country’s longest-running drone delivery network. [Read more](https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Medicine_from_the_Sky_2024.pdf) ### FLAGSHIP: Medicine from the Sky, India: How Drones Can Make Primary Healthcare Accessible to All The Indian state of Telangana has been a pioneer in the adoption of emerging technologies. With the recent completion of India’s first organized medical drone-delivery program under the country’s liberalized drone economy, this Medicine from the Sky insight report has been compiled to outline how India’s incumbent healthcare infrastructure can be future-proofed using unmanned aerial systems. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/reports/medicine-from-the-sky-india-taking-primary-healthcare-to-all/) ### Using Technology to Improve a Billion Livelihoods When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/reports/using-technology-to-improve-a-billion-livelihoods/) ### Drones: Ensuring cost-effective maintenance of oil and gas pipelines When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/whitepapers/drones-ensuring-cost-effective-maintenance-of-oil-and-gas-pipelines/) ### Detecting earthquakes with seafloor internet cables When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct31yc)