Garuda Aerospace, a leading drone manufacturer based in Chennai, has dispatched over 100 drones to assist the Andhra Pradesh Drones Corporation in relief operations following Cyclone Montha. The company’s logistics and delivery drones are providing critical support for aerial assessments, surveillance, and delivery of medicines and other essential supplies to cyclone-hit regions across the state.
These advanced drones are being used for real-time aerial mapping, flood monitoring, and identifying blockage points to enable quicker rescue and relief actions. Equipped with payload delivery systems, the drones are transporting medical kits, emergency tools, and relief packages to isolated areas that remain inaccessible due to waterlogging and infrastructure damage.
Garuda’s logistics drones employ AI and machine learning to improve operational efficiency, while the delivery drones can carry payloads of up to 25 kilograms, ensuring swift transportation of aid materials. Currently, the fleet is deployed in and around Amalapuram, one of the severely affected regions.
Agnishwar Jayaprakash, Founder and CEO of Garuda Aerospace, said “Garuda Aerospace has always been among the first to respond during emergencies. It’s heartening to see our technology directly helping communities during disasters like Cyclone Montha. Our quick deployment in Andhra Pradesh is ensuring rapid relief, better situational awareness, and timely aid delivery to those in need. We remain committed to supporting the nation in every crisis.”
Garuda Aerospace has consistently played a key role in disaster response and emergency logistics, offering innovative drone-based solutions that ensure fast, safe, and effective interventions during national emergencies. Founded in 2015, Garuda Aerospace is one of India’s foremost drone technology startups, specializing in Precision Agriculture and Industry 4.0 applications. The company operates on an asset-light model, focusing on designing, manufacturing, and customizing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) that help reduce manual labor in agriculture and enhance industrial efficiency.
With a team that has grown from 5 to over 100 professionals, Garuda now manages India’s largest drone fleet, producing 30 types of drones and offering 50 specialized drone services. The company earned national recognition when the Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated its Drone Yatra, flagging off 100 drones across 100 Indian villages.
Garuda Aerospace also holds DGCA approvals for both Type Certification and Remote Pilot Training Organisation (RPTO) status. Backed by investor and brand ambassador Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Garuda Aerospace continues to pursue its mission of making drone technology affordable, accessible, and impactful — improving lives through precision-driven innovation.
