Delhi set to roll out drone, semiconductor policies by September-end

New Delhi: The Delhi government is preparing to roll out its proposed drone and semiconductor policies by the end of September or, at the latest, by mid-October, as part of its efforts to attract technology investments, promote new-age industries and create employment opportunities in the Capital.

According to a report published by Hindustan Times on Sunday, the draft policies are expected to be sent to Chief Minister Rekha Gupta for approval shortly. Once approved, the drafts will be placed in the public domain for feedback before being taken to the Cabinet and subsequently sent to the Lieutenant Governor.

“After approval, the policies will be put up for public feedback and then brought before the Cabinet. Following the Cabinet approval, the policies will be sent to the LG,” a government official told Hindustan Times.

The proposed Drone Policy seeks to establish a dedicated ecosystem for the sector in Delhi and support drone companies, start-ups, training programmes and related activities. The government also plans to approach the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) for land in Narela to develop a dedicated drone ecosystem.

Officials said drones have growing applications in areas such as surveillance, mapping, agriculture, delivery services, infrastructure inspection and emergency response. The proposed ecosystem is expected to encourage more companies and start-ups to establish operations in the city.

The Semiconductor Policy, meanwhile, is aimed at positioning Delhi in high-value segments of the semiconductor industry. According to the report, the policy has been structured around five broad pillars — semiconductor design and intellectual property development; research, development and innovation; manufacturing-enabling activities such as Assembly, Testing, Marking and Packaging (ATMP) and Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Testing (OSAT); development of ancillary industries; and talent development and skilling, alongside strengthening the start-up and industrial ecosystem.

The move comes as Delhi seeks to expand beyond traditional sectors and build a stronger technology-driven economic base. The government expects the two policies to attract investments while creating opportunities for skilled employment in emerging sectors.

The exact incentives and benefits proposed under the policies will become clear after the drafts are approved, officials said.

The latest development builds on the Delhi government's 2026-27 budget, which had provided for dedicated semiconductor and drone policies as part of its technology and investment push.

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