Union Jal Shakti Minister Announces 85% Subsidy on Farm Drones for Women SHGs

Union Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, during a public gathering in Jajjal and Sandoha villages as part of the Centre's Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, commended the novel initiative by the Central government to integrate drone technology into the agricultural sector, foreseeing it as a catalyst for further empowering women in the field. 

He also expressed that employing drones for spraying farm chemicals and seed sowing will lead to a significant reduction in cost inputs. Minister envisioned that this modern technology would play a pivotal role in steering another green revolution in Punjab by alleviating the chemical load on the soil.

Subsidy on Farm Drones

Minister Shekhawat highlighted that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiative, women's self-help groups (SHGs) will receive an 85% subsidy on farm drones. This empowering step aims to equip women with the necessary training to effectively utilize this technology, enabling them to actively contribute to the agricultural sector. This strategic move aligns with the vision of fostering gender-inclusive progress and innovation in agriculture.

He emphasized on the promotion of nano fertilizers as a pivotal achievement in the country's agricultural sector. Talking of its significance, he noted that nano fertilizers not only safeguard against groundwater contamination but also nearly eliminate adverse health effects on farmers working in the fields. 

The minister further outlined numerous welfare projects initiated by the Centre, underscoring their impact on the public. He appealed for electoral support for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), citing its commitment to pro-people policies that have positively influenced the welfare and development landscape.