Namo Drone Didi Scheme: Get 80% Subsidy on Drone Purchase – Know How to Avail the Benefits!

Namo Drone Didi Scheme

Krishi Dunia

• 09 Mar, 2025 01:05 PM IST ,
• Updated Sun, 09 Mar 2025 06:23 PM

The government has launched the Namo Drone Didi Scheme to empower women’s self-help groups (SHGs) in the agricultural sector. Under this initiative, women SHGs can receive a subsidy of up to 80% on the purchase of agricultural drones, enabling them to offer drone spraying services to farmers on a rental basis. The primary objective of the scheme is to provide financial independence to women and integrate them with modern technology.

Key Features of the Scheme:

• Subsidy on Drone Purchase: The government is offering a subsidy of up to 80% (maximum ₹8 lakh) on the total cost of drones.
• Encouraging Women in Agriculture: Women SHGs can now provide drone spraying services, potentially earning an additional ₹1 lakh per year.
• Loan Facility under AIF: A loan facility at a 3% interest rate is available for purchasing drones, making it financially accessible.
• Specialized Training: Beneficiaries will receive training on drone operations and agricultural spraying techniques.
• Eco-friendly Solution: Drone technology ensures precise spraying of pesticides and fertilizers, reducing environmental pollution.
• Reduction in Farming Costs: Using drones prevents wastage of pesticides and fertilizers, ultimately lowering farmers’ expenses.

Benefits of the Scheme:

• Women’s Financial Empowerment: Women can become self-reliant by offering drone spraying services.
• Improved Agricultural Productivity: Drones enhance crop care and spraying accuracy, leading to increased yields.
• Skill Development: Women will receive training in drone operations, soil analysis, and precision farming techniques.
• Benefits for Farmers: Drones help save labor and time in crop spraying.
• Better Irrigation Management: Drones assist in monitoring water usage, making irrigation more efficient.

How to Apply?

1. Register on the official government portal.
2. Submit details of your SHG and upload the required documents.
3. Apply for the drone subsidy and loan facility.
4. Complete the training and start providing drone services.

The Namo Drone Didi Scheme is a golden opportunity for women to gain technical expertise and become self-sufficient in the agricultural sector. This initiative not only strengthens women financially but also enhances farm productivity and efficiency. Women SHGs interested in availing of this scheme should apply at the earliest to maximize its benefits.