By Chandan Singh | Page 3 News Worldwide | New Delhi
Raisen (Madhya Pradesh): Advanced farm technologies, including a hydrogen-powered agri-drone, took centre stage at the three-day Unnat Krishi Mahotsav 2026, inaugurated by Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at Dussehra Maidan in Raisen district.
Held from April 11 to 13, the national agriculture fair drew participation from over 50,000 farmers and more than 300 exhibitors, showcasing innovations such as drones, solar pumps and micro-irrigation systems. The event focused on promoting a middlemen-free market, supported by government schemes aimed at ensuring better returns and security for farmers.
At the concluding session, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari described the initiative as “a new beginning,” emphasising the government’s commitment to implementing decisions on the ground.
A major attraction at the festival was the hydrogen-powered “Krishi Viman” drone, developed by Faridabad-based WOW Go Green Organisation. Positioned as a breakthrough in precision farming, the drone is designed to enhance crop productivity, optimise input use and reduce labour dependency through data-driven practices such as precise spraying and crop monitoring.
Experts at the Mahotsav underlined the growing importance of advanced technologies, improved irrigation methods, organic farming and smart crop management in boosting farm output and sustainability.
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Minister of State for Agriculture Ramnath Thakur, Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Jagdish Devda, Haryana Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana and other senior officials attended the event.
During their visit to the Krishi Viman stall, Rajnath Singh, Chouhan and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav were briefed by Dr Shankar Goenka, Managing Director of WOW Go Green, on the potential of drone technology to transform agriculture through precision and efficiency.
Across four seminar halls, experts engaged with farmers on 20 key topics, including artificial intelligence in agriculture and integrated farming systems. The strong response to Krishi Viman highlighted a broader shift towards technology-driven agriculture, offering farmers practical tools to improve productivity and sustainability.
