Achievements in Drone Development Challenge -2025 by Team Arrow – SAE Nirma Collegiate Club
We are thrilled to announce that Team Arrow SAE successfully represented Nirma University at the Drone Development Challenge (DDC) 2025, held in Chennai from March 28 to March 30.
We are delighted to share that Team Arrow has secured a cash prize of 120,000/- and won the following awards after competing with 138 teams from IITs, NITs, and other prestigious institutions across India.
1st Place (National Rank) – Regular Class 3rd Place (National Rank) – Micro Class
Team Members – Micro Class: Ayush Patel (23BME010) – Captain
Vrajesh Mirani – Pilot (23BCL146)
Vrutik Changela (23BME138)
Param Mankad (23BME052)
Kush Mehta (23BEC096)
Hari Makwana (24BME063)
Vedant Shyal (24BME074)
Maria Lakdawala (24BME069)
Devarshi Falia (24BCL010)Faculty Advisors: Dr. Absar M Lakdawala
Dr. Dhaval B Shah
Dr. Chintan Patel
This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our team members, faculty mentors, and supporters. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to this success and look forward to conquering new heights in upcoming competitions.
Congratulations to the team and faculty mentors for this outstanding achievement! Their dedication and hard work continue to bring laurels to our institution.
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