Archive · 16 Sep 2025
India's Drone Bill 2025: Mandates Registration, Safety, Insurance
Imagine the government is making new rules for drones, like mini-helicopters.
These rules say you have to register your drone and get permission to fly.
You also need to make sure your drone is safe and has special features.
Just like cars need insurance, drones will too, so if they cause an accident, people are covered.
The rules divide the sky into different zones – green zones are okay to fly in, yellow zones need permission, and red zones are off-limits without special permission.
If a drone causes an accident, there's money set aside to help those who are hurt or if property is damaged.
The draft Civil Drone Bill of 2025 mandates drone registration, safety features, and insurance.
The DGCA will be the primary regulatory authority.
Drones will require a Unique Identification Number (UIN) and manufacturers need type certification.
Third-party insurance will be mandatory for all drone operators.
The bill proposes compensation for victims of drone accidents.
- Who
- The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) is proposing the bill.
- What
- The Civil Drone (Promotion and Regulation) Bill, 2025, mandates drone registration, safety features, and insurance.
- When
- The draft Bill was released on Tuesday and the consultation deadline is September 30, 2025.
- Where
- The bill applies to drone operations in India.
- Why
- To regulate unmanned aircraft systems and ensure safety and security.
- Bill Name
- Civil Drone (Promotion and Regulation) Bill, 2025
- Primary Regulator
- Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)
- Mandatory Features
- Registration, safety/security features, and insurance
- Insurance Requirement
- Third-party coverage for all operators
- Compensation
- ₹2.5 lakh for death, ₹1 lakh for grievous hurt
- Consultation Deadline
- September 30, 2025