Mumbai / India, 13 March 2024: India’s leading drone manufacturer Marut Drones, trained 150 SHG (Self Help Group) women in Agri drone technology operated agriculture drones at the Namo Drone Didi event. The event Sashakt Nari – Vikasit Bharat programme attended virtually by the Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, saw 150+ drone pilots trained by Marut Drones fly Marut’s AG365 drones in the sky.

Prem Kumar Vislawath – CEO and Founder, Marut Drones, emphasized the significance of this milestone, stating, “Marut Drones has leveraged drone technology to further women’s empowerment and equality, we are proud to have supported female drone pilots in tackling the obstacles within male-dominated sectors such as agriculture and aerospace. The success of Marut Drones lies in becoming essential stakeholders to shape rural prosperity by empowering 150 out of 1000 Namo Drone Didis. Marut’s comprehensive DGCA Approved training programs strive to break barriers for aspiring women drone pilots. Women have been integral to Marut’s vision of fostering economic and financial autonomy among women, with rural women flying drones – its the beginning of a new India.”

The success of Marut Drones trained SHG Women highlights the efficiency of drone technology in creating gender inclusivity. 150 women SHGs have been positively impacted by Marut’s Drone Pilot Training Course. Through government initiatives and Marut’s drone technology, Marut aims to promote economic empowerment to women farmers and enable them to become innovators of modern agricultural practices.

Marut Drones trained 90 women from Phulpur district in Prayag Raj, Uttar Pradesh, and 60 from Motihari, East Champaran, Bihar demonstrated their remarkable drone pilot training skills to the nation.