India, Sept. 30 -- A drone flying over an Indian farm is no longer a symbol of futuristic technology. The Government of India has been actively supporting the use of drones in agriculture, rural livelihoods, and public services. What was once an emerging technology is now finding practical applications nationwide. As of February 2026, India had 38,500+ registered drones, 39,890 DGCA-certified remote pilots, and 244 approved training organisations (PIB, 2026). Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are remotely operated aircraft equipped with sensors and other technologies that allow them to collect data and perform tasks from the air. Their ability to provide high-resolution, on-demand information has made them useful in agriculture,...