Drone Technology Scheme

Use of advanced drone technology (agricultural aircraft) in agriculture sector

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State

States / UT: Gujarat

Department: AGRICULTURE AND CO-OPERATION DEPARTMENT

Nodal department: AGRICULTURE AND CO-OPERATION DEPARTMENT

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Target beneficiaries: Farmers

Tags: Agriculture, Drone Technology, Financial Assistance, Farmers, Gujarat, Sahaya Yojana, Protsahana Yojana, State Government, General Scheme, Online Application, Agricultural Aircraft, Support

Details

The scheme promotes the application of advanced drone technology in the agriculture sector. It provides financial assistance to farmers for the use of agricultural aircraft, covering 90 percent of the cost or a maximum of Rs. 500 per acre per spraying, whichever is lower. Each sprinkler account can receive assistance for a maximum of five acres.

Benefits

  • - 90% of the cost covered or a maximum of Rs. 500 per acre per spraying
  • Assistance available for up to five acres per sprinkler per account
  • 90% of the cost covered or a maximum of Rs. 500 per acre per spraying
  • Assistance available for up to five acres per sprinkler per account

Eligibility

All farmers across the state are eligible to apply for this scheme. There are no specific income limits or educational qualifications required.

Application Process

Online

To apply, farmers can visit the online application portal at iKhedut. Required documents include a 7/12 Certificate, Aadhar Card, and Bank Pass Book or Cancelled Cheque.

Documents Required

No document list is available for this scheme yet.

References

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

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  1. Check eligibility criteria
  2. Collect required documents
  3. Fill the application form
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