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Bhopal, Oct 30 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday said the state government has launched a new drone policy, underscoring the importance of keeping pace with global advancements in technology.
He said drones are revolutionizing many sectors – from agriculture and security to disaster management and celebrations – bringing efficiency and innovation to everyday life.
“Drones are assisting farmers in agricultural activities, making spraying of pesticides easier and more effective. They are also playing an important role in national security operations and even in social events like weddings,” the Chief Minister said.
“Be it disaster management or police surveillance, drones have brought unprecedented change. The state government is committed to leveraging drone technology as a powerful medium for development, innovation and self-reliance,” he said.
Yadav made these remarks while inaugurating the Drone Technology Workshop and Expo 2025 at Vigyan Bhawan, Bhopal.
He visited the exhibition and interacted with representatives from academic institutions, startups and industries which showcased a wide range of drone applications spanning education, industry and agriculture.
The Chief Minister said that the objective of the workshop and expo is to increase understanding in drone technology, encourage practical applications and strengthen capacity building across Madhya Pradesh.
“Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has demonstrated remarkable technological prowess in the drone sector even in challenging security situations,” Yadav said.
Highlighting India’s growing strength in indigenous technology, he said Indian scientists are inventing drones with voice command control features, and the world saw the country’s drone capabilities during Operation Sindoor.
Drone technology is rapidly transforming many sectors in India and is emerging as a key driver of efficiency, innovation and safety. From agriculture and infrastructure to disaster management and law enforcement, drones are being increasingly adopted for their accuracy and versatility.
In agriculture, drones enable farmers to monitor crop health, map fields, and spray pesticides with greater accuracy and minimal wastage, increasing productivity and reducing labor costs. In disaster management, drones provide real-time aerial view for rescue operations, damage assessment and distribution of relief supplies in inaccessible areas.
Law enforcement and security agencies are using drones for surveillance, crowd control and border surveillance, enhancing situational awareness and operational response. Drones are also proving invaluable in infrastructure development, land surveying, construction monitoring and inspection of power lines and pipelines.
Technology is equally penetrating healthcare logistics, environmental monitoring and even event management.
–IANS
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