Drone Industry in India

Quick Fact: Indian Drone Industry

  • The number of manufacturers of drones and unmanned systems is around 250.
  • In India, the drone ecosystem is regulated by the government through the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) under the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
  • The regulatory authority to oversee and manage drone operations comes from the Aircraft Act, 1934 and the Aircraft Rules, 1937.
  • Industry estimates indicate that over 3,000 drones are currently used in Indian agriculture, with numbers expected to exceed 7,000 by FY25.
  • In April 2023, the Ministry of Agriculture introduced standard operating procedures for drone-based pesticide application on 10 crops, such as rice, wheat, cotton and maize.

 





Government Initiatives

PLI Scheme for Drones and Drone Components

  • The purpose of this scheme is to encourage domestic production of drones and their components in India, aiming to achieve self-reliance and global competitiveness. The scheme will be implemented over a period of three years.
  • The total budget allocated for the PLI scheme for drones and drone components is INR 1.2 Bn.
  • A PLI rate of 20% will be applied to the eligible value addition within India throughout the duration of the scheme.

Namo Drone Didi Scheme

  • The Namo Drone Didi scheme is a central government initiative focused on empowering women-led Self-Help Groups (SHGs) by providing them with drone technology to deliver agricultural services.
  • Between 2024-25 and 2025-26, the scheme plans to equip 15,000 selected women SHGs with drones, enabling them to offer rental services for tasks like spraying liquid fertilizers and pesticides to farmers. The scheme provides 80% of the drone cost as a subsidy up to 8 lakhs.
  • This program is expected to help each SHG earn an additional income of at least INR 1 lakh annually, promoting economic empowerment and sustainable livelihoods.

Ban on Drone Imports

  • India has completely banned drone imports to promote domestic manufacturing and nurture local talent.
  • The Civil Aviation Minister emphasized that the ban prevents foreign countries or companies from profiting at India’s expense.
  • The government aims to encourage young innovators to develop indigenous drone solutions tailored to the country’s specific needs.

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