Drone Technology Scheme
Use of advanced drone technology (agricultural aircraft) in agriculture sector
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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.
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References
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Documents Required for Government Schemes
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- Aadhaar Card
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Residence Proof
- Bank Account Details
- Educational Certificates (for student schemes)
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