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Ondas Holdings' American Robotics Achieves Major Milestone with FAA Waiver for Optimus System Operations Beyond the Visual Line of Sight
It will also focus on boosting regional connectivity
Prior to July 1, 2022, India had a modest count of 346 certified drone pilots. Yet, within the same one-year period, the nation witnessed a tremendous surge, with the total number of certified drone pilots skyrocketing to 5072 by July 1, 2023. This astonishing percentage increase of approximately 1364.74% underscores the nationwide acknowledgement of the immense potential of drone technology and its diverse applications.
Garuda Aerospace, a Made in India drone startup, has become the country's first company to receive a subsidy for making agri-drones, as a part of the government's efforts to promote the use of agricultural drones.
DGCA-approved Garuda Kisan drones for farmers can manage and monitor crop health, and detect and identify areas that require water or fertilizer. They can also be used to spray pesticides and fertilizers on crops, cutting down on manual labour and increasing efficiency.