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Types of Drone Insurance Policies in India
30 May 2026 | 7 min read

Types of Drone Insurance Policies in India: A Complete Guide

From hull cover and third-party liability to payload protection and BVLOS endorsements, India’s drone operators have more insurance choices than ever — and more compliance requirements too. Whether you fly a 2 kg survey drone or a 50 kg agricultural sprayer, understanding which policies the DGCA mandates for your UAV category is the foundation of legal commercial operations…

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