In India, the rules for flying drones are governed by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The DGCA has established a set of regulations for the operation of drones, known as the "Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Rules, 2021." Here are some of the key rules for flying drones in India:
Drones must be registered with the DGCA before they can be flown. Owners must also apply for a Unique Identification Number (UIN) and an Unmanned Aircraft Operator Permit (UAOP) before flying a drone.
Drones must be flown only in the visual line of sight (VLOS) of the operator, and must not be flown above 400 feet above ground level (AGL).
Drones must not be flown in restricted or prohibited areas, such as near airports, military bases, or other sensitive locations.
Drones must not be flown in a manner that endangers the safety of people or property.
Drones must be flown only during daylight hours and in good weather conditions.
Drones must be flown within the maximum take-off weight (MTOW) as specified by the manufacturer.
Drones must be flown only for hobby or recreational purposes, or for specific tasks such as aerial photography, videography, or survey.
Drones must not be flown for commercial purposes without specific permission from the DGCA.
Drones must not be flown near or over crowds, or in densely populated areas.
Drones must be flown only after obtaining permission from the local police and other authorities, if necessary.
It is important to note that these rules may change and new rules added from time to time. It is always better to check the rules on the DGCA website for the most updated information.
