DroneAcharya Secures ₹71.2 Million Order from Indian Army, Boosts Defence Tech Credentials

DroneAcharya Secures ₹71.2 Million Order from Indian Army, Boosts Defence Tech Credentials

DroneAcharya Aerial Innovations Ltd has bagged a ₹71.2 million order from the Indian Army, marking a strategic win in India’s growing defence-tech ecosystem. The deal reinforces the company’s position in unmanned aerial solutions and highlights the military’s increasing reliance on indigenous drone capabilities.

DroneAcharya Wins ₹71.2 Million Defence Order to Supply Advanced Drone Solutions

DroneAcharya Aerial Innovations Ltd has announced the receipt of a ₹71.2 million order from the Indian Army, as per its regulatory disclosure to the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The order includes the supply of advanced drone systems and related services, aimed at enhancing surveillance, reconnaissance, and tactical operations.

This marks a significant milestone for the Pune-based drone startup, which has rapidly scaled its presence across defence, agriculture, infrastructure, and training verticals. The company’s focus on indigenous manufacturing and AI-powered aerial solutions aligns with India’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative and the armed forces’ push for tech-driven modernization.

Key highlights:

Order details  

• Value: ₹71.2 million  
• Client: Indian Army  
• Scope: Drone systems and operational support  

Strategic relevance  

• Strengthens India’s defence-tech ecosystem  
• Supports military modernization and indigenous innovation  

Operational strengths 

• Proven capabilities in drone manufacturing and training  
• Expanding footprint across defence, agriculture, and infrastructure  

Sources: NSE India, DroneAcharya Annual Report 2024–25, Reuters.