Chennai, July 3, 2025 — Garuda Aerospace, India’s leading drone technology pioneer, has significantly strengthened its presence in the mining sector with a series of new government contracts. Building on its successful engagement with Odisha Mining Corporation Ltd. (OMC), the company has secured critical tenders from the Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation (GMDC), Central Mine Planning & Design Institute (CMPDI), Jharkhand Exploration and Mining Corporation Ltd. (JEMCL), Department of Geology and Mining – Government of Tamil Nadu, and the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC).
These agreements authorize Garuda Aerospace to deliver advanced drone-based survey and monitoring services for mining leases across India, further cementing its leadership in the sector.
📍 High-Precision Surveys and Tech-Driven Mine Planning
As part of the multi-agency contracts, Garuda Aerospace will provide:
- Annual aerial surveys for high-resolution imagery and elevation models
- Quarterly condition monitoring of faces, haul roads, benches, slopes, and dumps
- Digital data processing and mapping for mine closure and environmental compliance
- Survey support for both existing and upcoming mining lease areas
The company will deploy its proprietary drone technologies to collect actionable insights and enhance operational efficiency across mining sites.
Strategic Vision: Domestic Success Fuels Global Ambitions
Having mapped over 19,600 hectares for OMC across 37 mines, and conducted extensive surveys for CMPDI (307 hectares) and JEMCL (1,100+ hectares), Garuda Aerospace continues to build an impressive project portfolio. The company’s landmark collaboration with the Survey of India—covering 1,500 hectares in Lucknow—further underscores its survey excellence.
Looking ahead, Garuda Aerospace is actively exploring opportunities to export its Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) solutions to international markets with robust mining ecosystems.
“These contract wins reaffirm our technological depth and scalability,” said Agnishwar Jayaprakash, Founder & CEO, Garuda Aerospace. “Beyond revenue growth, they reflect a growing trust in our DaaS model—built on precision, cost efficiency, and end-to-end capabilities.”
Backed by Approvals and Strategic Industry Alliances
With six DGCA certifications covering both drone manufacturing and pilot training, Garuda Aerospace has emerged as a full-stack drone solutions provider. Its strategic partnerships with global leaders like Tata Elxsi, Thales, Lockheed Martin, and BEML position the startup at the forefront of aerospace innovation.
The company’s DaaS model has been widely adopted for its flexibility and scalability, driving its ascent as a market leader in drone-based industrial services.
