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Chennai's Kothari Industrial Corporation expands drone business, targets agriculture
Industry News- Oct 18,23
KICL intends to establish a drone manufacturing unit to bolster its fleet, aiming for a total of over 100 drones, KICL intends to establish a drone manufacturing unit to bolster its fleet, aiming for a total of over 100 drones.
Chennai-based Kothari Industrial Corporation Ltd (KICL), a member of the DC Kothari Group, is gearing up for a substantial expansion in its drone business, allocating an investment of over Rs 150 crore in the coming years.
Having recently entered the agriculture drones sector with a specialised fleet designed for nano-urea spraying, the company has set up a dedicated drone division. KICL intends to establish a drone manufacturing unit to bolster its fleet, aiming for a total of over 100 drones. While specific details of the production plan are still in development, the company anticipates production readiness by the next year, according to an official statement.
KICL is focused on introducing drones that are entirely conceptualised, developed, and produced in-house. The company’s recent milestone includes the inauguration of the Kothari Drone Station for the Chennai City Police, showcasing their proficiency in drone applications for crime prevention, search and rescue operations, traffic management, and disaster response, as highlighted by Jinnah Rafiq Ahmed, Managing Director of KICL.
Inspired by their expertise in drone technology, KICL is venturing into agricultural domains. Their introduction of nano-urea in farming processes holds significant promise. Nano-urea efficiently addresses crop nitrogen requirements, enhancing leaf photosynthesis and root biomass. Drones enable precise and efficient nutrient distribution, leading to higher crop yields and reduced environmental impact.
KICL is currently in the process of obtaining a type certificate for their drone model and is seeking approval for a Remote Pilot Training Organisation (RPTO) to nurture drone skills in rural Tamil Nadu. Additionally, KICL has ambitious plans to expand its drone services to sectors like mining, urban mapping, ports, and waterways.
In the context of drone registrations, Tamil Nadu ranks fifth in the country, following Delhi, Haryana, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. The number of registered drones in Tamil Nadu saw a notable increase, rising from 10 in 2021 to 328 in 2022, thanks to the implementation of the Centre’s drone policy. Nationwide, over 5,300 drones were registered as of December last year, signaling the growing prevalence of drone technology in various sectors.
Source: Business Line
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