New Delhi: India is writing a new story every day in the field of technology. And along with defense sector, civil sector is also being written. The effort is that India can become self-sufficient in every field. This journey of self-reliance has seen some further successes. The country’s first human-carrying drone is ready. Which is now going to be included in the Indian Navy. This drone has been named Varuna. It can fly with a weight of 100 kg. 25 to 30 km. Will complete the journey in 30 minutes. The Indian Navy said in a statement that the drone was developed by Sagar Defense Engineering Pvt Ltd, an Indian startup based in Pune. He will soon be inducted into the Navy.
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Founder Nikunj Parashar said the drone is capable of landing safely even after technical glitches in the air. It also has a parachute, which will open automatically in case of emergency or malfunction and the drone will land safely. Along with this, Varuna can be used for air ambulance and transportation of goods in remote areas.
The drone was tested in July
In July, the drone was demonstrated in front of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was accompanied by Union Defense Minister Rajnath Singh. His video was also shared on the social media account of the Ministry of Civil Aviation. According to the report, this could strengthen the country’s surveillance and security. Apart from this, it can also be used in relief and medical emergencies.
In which areas are drones used?
According to Smit Shah, director of the Drone Federation of India, a non-profit organizer created to promote drones in the country, drones have three main uses, survey, inspection and delivery. Apart from aerial survey, drones are used for inspection of pipelines, windmills, etc., for defense and to deliver medicines and essential materials to remote areas. Apart from this, aerial photography, cinematography are also used. Not only that, drones can also be used for air taxis.
By 2026 it could reach a turnover of 50,000 crores drone industry
Smit Shah had said a few months ago that currently the drone industry is worth 5000 crores. The government estimates that it will become a 15 to 20 thousand crore industry in 5 years, but we estimate that by 2026 it could reach a turnover of 50,000 crores.
A guide to flying drones in India
The Government of India has divided drones into 5 different categories based on their weight. There are different guidelines for this.
- To fly all drones except nano drones, you need to get a unique identification number from the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
- Flying any drone near a military area or in a strategically important area is prohibited.
- Flying of drones is prohibited within 5 km of international airport and 3 km from other airports.
- Flying drones within 25 km of the international border is prohibited.
- Apart from this, according to the category of the drone, the height to which it can be flown is also determined.
America made the first drone in 2016
The world’s first manned drone ‘The Ehang184’ was developed in America in 2016. This is a small personal helicopter, capable of carrying only one passenger. It can carry a weight of up to 100 kg.