Namo Drone Didi
Government of India · ongoing · since 2023
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Namo Drone Didi is a Government of India scheme dating from 2023; its current status is ongoing. Central sector scheme of the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare that funds drones for women self-help groups (SHGs), which then rent out spraying services for fertiliser and pesticide to farmers. It covers 80% of the drone cost up to ₹8 lakh, and SHGs can borrow the rest under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund with 3% interest subvention.
↗ Official source — namodronedidi.da.gov.in
Projects & Initiatives 1 ongoing
Frequently asked questions
What is Namo Drone Didi?
Central sector scheme of the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare that funds drones for women self-help groups (SHGs), which then rent out spraying services for fertiliser and pesticide to farmers. It covers 80% of the drone cost up to ₹8 lakh, and SHGs can borrow the rest under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund with 3% interest subvention.
What is the official website of Namo Drone Didi?
The official source for Namo Drone Didi is namodronedidi.da.gov.in.
When did Namo Drone Didi start?
Namo Drone Didi dates from 2023.
What is the current status of Namo Drone Didi?
Namo Drone Didi is ongoing.
What is the budget of Namo Drone Didi?
₹676.85 crore · Union Budget 2026–27 (BE); total outlay ₹1,261 crore · PIB Nov 2023
How many people has Namo Drone Didi reached?
Govt. reported: 500 drones given to women SHGs under the scheme, out of 1,094 drones distributed by Lead Fertilizer Companies (as on Jan 2026) · PIB, 13 Feb 2026. Target: 15,000 women SHGs.
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