Garuda Aerospace, a leading drone manufacturer, announced on Monday that its fleet of agricultural drones has reached a significant milestone of one million flight hours over the past year, signaling a major leap in the integration of drone technology in Indian agriculture. With a fleet of 2,000 drones, Garuda has been deploying drones at a rate of one every two minutes, offering precision farming and crop monitoring services to farmers across India.
The company’s AgriKisan Drone program offers services such as targeted pesticide spraying and crop health monitoring. Garuda Aerospace is recognized with six DGCA approvals and is involved in various government-backed programs, including the NAMO Drone Didi Program.
Agnishwar Jayaprakash, CEO of Garuda Aerospace, expressed pride in the achievement, stating, “This milestone showcases the strides we’re making in reshaping India’s agricultural sector towards a more sustainable future.” Looking ahead, Garuda plans to expand into markets across Asia and Australia, while also working with financial institutions to enhance farmers’ access to drone technology.
Garuda Aerospace is an Indian drone technology company known for its innovative solutions across various sectors. Founded with the vision of leveraging drone technology to solve real-world problems, the company offers services in agriculture, infrastructure, defense, and disaster management.
Garuda Aerospace designs and manufactures drones for tasks like aerial mapping, crop spraying, surveillance, and inspection. With a focus on indigenously developed technology, the company has been involved in several high-profile projects, including collaborations with government agencies for disaster relief and smart city initiatives. Garuda Aerospace is rapidly emerging as a leader in India’s drone ecosystem.
