Lakhpati Didi Yojana: A Boost For Women In Agri-Tech

Updated on: 25 October 2023 10:22 pm

By leveraging technology these companies can reduce food waste, optimise planning, lower use of chemicals, improve crop yield and enhance crop price realisation

Agritech Companies Need To Build Sustainable Business Model To Thrive Photo: By leveraging technology these companies can reduce food waste, optimise planning, lower use of chemicals, improve crop yield and enhance crop price realisation

Pioneering the way forward in agricultural technology, Drone Destination, in partnership with IFFCO and top-tier agri-drone producers, has proudly rolled out the "All Women Drone Pilot Training Program". This commendable step is set in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's lauded "Lakhpati Didi Yojana" project, envisioning a future where empowered women lead the charge in cutting-edge farming.

The Prime Minister ardently noted, "Thousands of dedicated women shall propel drone ki Udaan from self-help groups, trained not only to operate but also adeptly repair drones." The government's ambitious blueprint involves provisioning drones to numerous women across an impressive 15,000 SHGs, with an ultimate vision to foster two million 'Lakhpati didis' nestled in India's pastoral heartlands.

Drone Destination, ever eager to align with such transformative projects, has wasted no time. "Drones, with their pinpoint precision, stand to revolutionise farming and unveil new income horizons for our agrarian community," remarked an optimistic Chirag Sharma, the CEO of Drone Destination. The firm, collaborating with IGRUA, has kick started its Medium Class Certified Kisan Drone Training across multiple sites, boasting 60 freshly trained women drone pilots certified to command drones weighing up to 50 kg.

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Drone Destination plans to launch these training schemes nationwide to reach every nook and cranny. Their ambitious goal? To impart invaluable drone operational and maintenance skills to over 10,000 women from diverse self-help groups.

Furthermore, giving a robust thrust to the burgeoning drone sector, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has unveiled a pivotal amendment to the Drone Rules 2021. With the passport prerequisite for drone pilot certification now annulled, a Class Xth pass, an Aadhar Card, and a secondary ID pave the way for entry.

Drone Destination's recent spectacular IPO debut on NSE Emerge sets a milestone in the corporate sphere. The company is gearing up to set up an expansive Drone Hub network, promising to be a one-stop destination for sales, maintenance, and training. In its grand vision, Drone Destination extends an invitation to collaborators to join this drone renaissance, steering India to be christened the Drone Capital of the World come 2030.