Namo Drone Didi Scheme () Is an initiative launched by the

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Background

The Namo Drone Didi Scheme was launched by Prime Minister

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through video conferencing on November 30, 2023. Under the Drone Didi scheme, the government will spend Rs 1,261 crore. Drones will be provided to 15,000 women self-help groups with this money. This scheme will be implemented through Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) across the country.

Implementation

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drone operation skills with a specific focus on agri-drone applications.

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applauded the program calling it success of the ''Drone Didi'' scheme. * In February 2024,

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launched India's largest drone pilot training center in a 18-acre area. DGCA will issue Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC) to students completing the training program. * In May 2024, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) signed an MoU with

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to start training centers in

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and

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. The goal is to skill 500 women. Every batch will have only 20 women and will go through a 15-day curriculum as guided by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

References

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