According to guidelines, scheme will be overseen by an Empowered Committee of Secretaries from key departments.
- Furthermore, Drone Portal, an IT-based MIS, will provide real-time monitoring and drone operation tracking to ensure scheme's smooth execution and effectiveness.
About Namo Drone Didi scheme
- Ministry: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
- Type: Central Sector Scheme under Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission
- Objective: Provide drones to 15000 selected Women SHGs during the period from 2024-25 to 2025-2026 for providing rental services to farmers for agriculture purpose
- Key features of the scheme
- Cluster-Based Implementation: Demand from farmers based on certain commitment on their part for drone services will be evaluated for selection of area/cluster.
- Financial Support: Women SHGs receive substantial financial assistance, covering 80% of the drone and accessory costs, up to Rs. 8 lakhs.
- SHGs can secure loans from the National Agriculture Infrastructure Financing Facility (AIF) with a 3% interest subvention for the remaining 20% cost.
- Training: A qualified women SHG member will undergo training as drone pilot and agriculture application.
- Infrastructure and Support from Lead Fertilizer Companies (LFCs): LFCs will aid SHGs in procurement, repair, and maintenance of drones, and also promote nano fertilizer use.
