The Indian Dragonfly Society is a non-profit, non-political, scientific society interested in:
1. Promoting odonatology or the scientific knowledge about dragonfly biology and conservation through:
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The encouragement of understanding, cooperation and friendship among odonatologists embodying dragonfly enthusiasts, biologists, ecologists and conservationists throughout the world.
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The encouragement of international collaboration in odonatological research activities and services.
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The planning and organization of national/international symposia and regional meetings of odonatologists.
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The dissemination of information of interest to odonatologists and others by means of publications.
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The establishment and maintenance of a national research center, which would house the collections of the Society.
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The encouragement of the development of odonatologists in regions where it is not strongly represented.
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The maintenance of liaison with other odonatological societies or institutions.
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The representation of odonatologists in other national/international organizations.
2. Conservation of dragonflies and their natural habitats through taxonomic and biodiversity explorations.