Drone Didi: IIT Mandi training women to become ‘kisan drone operators’
Several women in Himachal Pradesh are receiving training to operate drones for agricultural purpose with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Mandi launching “Drone Didi”, a one-of-its-kind skill development programme.
According to officials, the agricultural drone applications will save time and pesticide and are very cost-effective. This will also reduce the impact of pesticides on human health. Participants are being trained to leverage drone technology for enhanced agricultural practices.
“Our vision is to create a paradigm shift in agricultural practices through the empowerment of women. By integrating skill development with drone technology, we are not just training women to become proficient ‘kisan drone operators’ but are also paving the way for them to emerge as leaders and entrepreneurs in this field.
