In an endeavour to empower the youth and to create a vibrant drone ecosystem, we have launched the concept of establishing an industry-driven Centre of Excellence (CoE) at Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). The HEIs will be trained and enabled to undertake research activities in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). We will play an active part in guiding the institution. The envisaged Center of Excellence would undertake industry problems and try to provide solutions by undertaking research activities engaging students and faculty members.