The use of drones is being applied to agriculture sector in Rajasthan and an action plan has been formulated for its multi-purpose use for spraying of farm chemicals and water-soluble fertilizers on crops. The State government’s Agriculture Department is examining technical parameters and safety features of drones.
Agriculture Minister Lalchand Kataria witnessed the demonstration of drones at a field in Kalwar, on the outskirts of Jaipur, on Sunday. Mr. Kataria said there was an immense scope for a “safe and profitable” use of drones in the interest of farmers in the State.