Agri Drone Scheme: In the last few years, technology has got a boost in the agriculture sector. Science has progressed as it has. Similarly, the agriculture sector is also progressing. The use of drones in agriculture has increased in the country. Drones have been seen as a revolution in agriculture. A large number of people are using drones in the country. Farmers also like to irrigate, maintain and do other work with drones. What are the benefits of drones actually? What are the conditions set by the central government for flying drones. trying to find out
This scheme of the central government to promote drones
To promote drones in the agriculture sector in the country, the Agriculture Drone Scheme of the Central Government is being operated. Its purpose is to make farming easier. The central government is giving subsidy to the farmers under many schemes.
Certificate to fly drone will be available here
According to media reports, it is necessary to be officially trained to promote drones in agriculture. For this, drone certification has to be obtained. Drone operators can easily get drone certification by visiting the official website Digital Sky. An application of Rs 100 has to be made for this process of flying the drone.
Drone test drive has to pay 1000 fees
Like driving a vehicle requires a license. Similarly, a license is also required to fly a drone. For this there is a test drive of the drone. 1000 rupees have to be deposited as fees. A total of Rs 1,100 has to be deposited including the amount of application and test drive.
ability to fly a drone
Eligibility has also been set by the Central Government to fly the drone. Must be over 18 years of age to fly an agricultural drone. Not allowed for younger age.
This much subsidy is given
The Central Government has started the Kisan Drone Scheme. Under the scheme, up to 50 per cent subsidy is given on the purchase of drones up to Rs 5 lakh. Marginal farmers, farmers from North-Eastern states and women farmers will be eligible for the drone subsidy scheme. At the same time, other farmers are given subsidy of up to 40 percent on Rs 4 lakh or the same cost.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Farmer brothers, before implementing any suggestion, do consult the concerned expert.
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