Govt launches Namo Drone Didi Scheme to provide drones to women self-help groups

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Category : National Published on: November 07 2024

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The Namo Drone Didi Scheme aims to provide drones to 14,500 Women Self Help Groups (SHGs) under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana, with an outlay of ₹1,261 crore, to support agriculture activities from 2024-25 to 2025-2026.
80% of the drone cost (up to ₹8 lakh) will be funded by the government, with SHGs covering the remaining amount through loans under the National Agriculture Infra Financing Facility, while members receive 15-day drone pilot and agriculture-specific training.

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Govt launches Namo Drone Didi Scheme to provide drones to women self-help groups