Namo Drone Didi scheme opens drone jobs for women

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Kurnool: The Centre’s Namo Drone Didi scheme aims to generate employment for women from self-help groups by training them in drone operations. To promote awareness of emerging technologies, Garuda Aerospace and Akhil Computers will jointly organise a drone and solar exhibition at Fun and Food Hotel near Kisan Ghat in Kurnool on Saturday.

Industries Minister TG Bharath will inaugurate the event, which seeks to familiarise women, farmers and youth with drone and solar applications. Under the scheme, women selected by MEPMA and DRDA will receive five-to-seven-day free drone training followed by certification. Substantial subsidies are available for agricultural and photography drones to support self-employment.

Drones are widely used for pesticide spraying, fertiliser application, crop monitoring and photography. Garuda Aerospace said the exhibition will highlight training opportunities for youth in agriculture, photography, surveillance and land surveys. Candidates need to have passed Class 10; courses last one to 15 days.

The company’s Remote Pilot Training Organisation offers DGCA-recognised pilot licences at a nominal fee. The event will also showcase solar solutions for homes and farms, including powering motors. Organisers said it will encourage adoption of modern technology and create awareness of entrepreneurial opportunities for women and youth.

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Narendra Kumar Varikuntla is a seasoned journalist with 15 years of experience in reporting and news coverage. He holds a Master's degree in English Literature. He is Staff Correspondent for The Hans India based in Kurnool in Andhra Pradesh Before embarking on his career in journalism, he worked with Tata Robins Fraser (TRF) as a Confidential Assistant at the Rourkela Steel Plant, where he served for 10 years. His tenure at TRF enabled him to develop strong administrative, communication, and organisational skills, which have significantly contributed to his success in journalism. He began his journalistic career with Deccan Chronicle, where he gained valuable experience in reporting and news gathering. Since 2015, he has been serving as a Staff Correspondent with The Hans India, covering the erstwhile Kurnool district, including Kurnool and Nandyal. During his journalism career, Narendra Kumar has extensively reported on governance, politics, public affairs, social issues, agriculture, and developmental activities. He is known for his commitment to accurate, balanced, and responsible journalism, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. In addition to his journalistic profession, he is actively engaged in agriculture and personally cultivates 10 acres of farmland. His close association with farming provides him with firsthand insight into rural life and farmers' issues, enriching his reporting on agriculture and rural development.

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