Strategic Wins Strengthen Position as India’s Leading Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) Provider
Chennai, July 3, 2025 – Garuda Aerospace, India’s leading drone technology start-up, has expanded its footprint in the mining industry with a series of new high-impact government contracts. Following its successful collaboration with Odisha Mining Corporation Ltd. (OMC), the company has now secured agreements with several prestigious organizations, including:
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Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Limited (GMDC)
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Central Mine Planning & Design Institute (CMPDI)
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Department of Geology and Mining, Government of Tamil Nadu
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Jharkhand Exploration and Mining Corporation Limited (JEMCL)
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Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC)
These contracts involve advanced drone-based surveys, monitoring, and data modeling across various mine lease areas nationwide, reaffirming Garuda Aerospace’s leadership in drone-powered industrial solutions.
Comprehensive Drone-Based Survey and Monitoring Services
Under the scope of these new agreements, Garuda Aerospace will deliver:
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Annual high-resolution aerial surveys and elevation models
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Quarterly monitoring of mining site conditions including faces, roads, slopes, and dumps
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Data processing and digital mapping for effective mine closure planning
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Survey map creation for both active and new lease areas
These services will be implemented for clients such as GMDC and Tamil Nadu’s Department of Geology and Mining, ensuring operational transparency and data-driven decision-making.
Proven Expertise with Large-Scale Deployments
Garuda Aerospace has an established track record of impactful mining and industrial drone operations:
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JEMCL: Ongoing surveys across 1,105.66 hectares
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OMC: Completed surveys of 19,601.15 hectares across 37 mines
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CMPDI: Data acquisition over 307 hectares in Jharkhand
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Survey of India: Large-scale mapping over 1,500 hectares in Lucknow
These projects have focused on safety enhancement, resource optimization, and geospatial intelligence for strategic mining operations.
CEO’s Vision: Driving Growth Through Innovation
Agnishwar Jayaprakash, Founder and CEO of Garuda Aerospace, commented:
“These recent contract wins are a testament to the advanced capabilities of our drones. More than just revenue growth, they reflect the deep trust in our Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) model from government and private stakeholders. We’re excited to scale our impact both in India and globally.”
Expanding Global Ambitions and Strategic Partnerships
With these domestic successes as a springboard, Garuda Aerospace is actively exploring international markets for exporting its AI-powered mining drone solutions. Backed by six DGCA approvals and strategic alliances with global leaders such as Tata Elxsi, Lockheed Martin, Thales, BEML, and others, the company is well-positioned to drive innovation in both mining tech and Industry 4.0 upgrades.
About Garuda Aerospace
Founded in 2015, Garuda Aerospace is India’s premier drone-tech start-up focused on precision agri-tech and industrial transformation. With a fleet of over 400 drones and 500 pilots across 84 cities, the company offers 30 types of drones and 50 drone services.
Trusted by 750+ clients including TATA, Reliance, Adani, Swiggy, Flipkart, Survey of India, and NTPC, Garuda continues to scale with visionary leadership, innovation, and the support of brand ambassador Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
To know more, visit: www.garudaaerospace.com
