CM chairs 9th Board Meeting of DRIISHYA
CM Directs preparation of Drone-Based Pilot Project for Detection of Crop Diseases
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh –
A meeting of the Board of Directors of Drone Imaging and Information Services of Haryana Limited (DRIISHYA) was held here today under the chairmanship of Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini. Several key decisions were taken regarding the diverse applications of drone technology in the state.
The Chief Minister directed that drones be used as part of a pilot project to monitor crop health and detect diseases. This initiative will help farmers receive timely information and prevent crop losses, he said.
The Chief Minister suggested that crops such as potatoes, chickpeas, cotton, paddy, and vegetables, typically prone to diseases, must be included in the pilot phase. He said this would enhance agricultural yields and reduce crop damage.
He further directed that under the “Drone Didi Yojana,” the state has set a target to train 5,000 women in drone technology. He directed the DRIISHYA officers to prepare an action plan to train around 500 women in the next quarter. This initiative aims to technically empower women and provide them with self-employment opportunities.
Push for Natural Farming
The Chief Minister further directed that drone technology be utilised for promoting natural farming, especially for the spraying of “Jeevamrit,” a natural liquid fertilizer. He emphasized that farmers should also be trained in this technique so that they can adopt environmentally friendly and modern agricultural practices.