Context:
The Central Sector Scheme On Provision of Drones for Self-Help Groups (SHGs) of women with an outlay of Rs. 1261 Crores for 2023-24 to 2025-26.
NAMO Drone Didi Scheme
- Ministry
- Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD), specifically under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM).
- Aim:
- This is a central scheme to Empower women SHGs using drone technology in provision of agricultural services.
- It aims to provide drones to over 15,000 selected Women SHGs from 2024-25 to 2025-2026.
- It promises an additional income of not less than Rs. 1 lakh per annum for each SHG.
- Other features include:
- Subsidizing Women DAY NRL-SHGs for drone purchase.
- AIF loan facility for residual cost of the drone.
- Drone pilot training.
- An opportunity to earn additional 1 lakh PA by drone.
Benefits:
- Women’s independence due to training in drone technology.
- Agriculture within the efficiency: through accurate spraying of pesticides and fertilizers.
- Builds an extra income: Training for drones broadens the range of skills and knowledge.
- Community and network opportunities for women to connect: Well-being networks.
