IoTechWorld Avigation: Agri-drones
Year: 2017
Founders: Deepak Bhardwaj (Director & Co-Founder), Anoop Upadhyay (Director & Co-Founder)
Funding: $4.01M raised over 2 seed rounds
Investors: Dhanuka Agritech KiaOra Ventures Kavita Bhardwaj
Introduction
IoTechWorld Avigation is a pioneering Indian drone manufacturing company specializing in precision agriculture solutions.Established by Anoop Upadhyay and Deepak Bhardwaj in 2017 and based in Gurugram, Haryana, the firm is dedicated to transforming conventional agriculture using intelligent aerial solutions. By developing DGCA-approved agricultural drones, IoTechWorld equips farmers with precision spraying, mapping, and monitoring solutions—marking the dawn of technology-driven, sustainable Indian agriculture.
Tackling Agricultural Challenges
Indian farmers still suffer from issues such as ineffectual spraying, poor crop treatment distribution, and inefficient use of resources. Traditional methods often result in high input costs and labor intensity. IoTechWorld addresses these with drone solutions that bring efficiency, reduce wastage, and support timely decision-making. By leveraging drone-based precision agriculture, the company helps farmers apply inputs exactly where needed, thus saving time, chemicals, and effort while improving crop yields.
Key Offerings
- DGCA-Approved Agricultural Drones: IoTechWorld’s flagship models—Agribot, Agribot A6, and Agribot MX—are designed for spraying, broadcasting, and crop health monitoring. They feature terrain following, obstacle detection, and battery failsafes to ensure safe and accurate operations.
- Mapping & Survey Drones: Tailored drones for accurate farm mapping and land assessment, aiding in better planning and soil health analysis.
- Delivery & Logistics Drones: Solutions for rural delivery of agri-inputs, seeds, or small payloads over farm terrains, reducing turnaround time.
- Surveillance Drones: Designed for real-time farm monitoring, perimeter surveillance, and data capture in larger agri operations.
- Indigenous Components: All key parts—propellers, radars, motors, and GNSS—are developed in-house, ensuring durability, cost-effectiveness, and quick servicing.
Real Impact
IoTechWorld Avigation has played a crucial role in promoting drone adoption in Indian agriculture. With more than 500 drones sold in the previous financial year and a goal of scaling up to 3,000 this financial year, the firm is leading the pack when it comes to aerial agri-automation. Their drones enabled farmers to save 20–30% of pesticides, cover three times more area in one-third of the time, and enhance crop consistency. All these benefits translate to greater productivity and risk-free farm operations by reducing direct human exposure to chemicals.
Success Story
A sugarcane farmer in Uttar Pradesh deployed the Agribot A6 across 40 acres. Previously requiring five laborers and two days for spraying, the drone completed the task in just a few hours. The farmer saved on input costs and labor, and reported improved pest control outcomes. Inspired by this success, nearby farmers are now forming FPOs to collectively invest in drone services, setting off a ripple of tech adoption.
Lessons for Agri-Startups
- Focus on Compliance & Certification: IoTechWorld’s early emphasis on DGCA approvals helped build credibility and trust among farmers and institutions.
- Local Innovation at Global Standards: In-house manufacturing of core components ensured supply chain control and cost efficiency.
- Adapt for Real Farm Conditions: Drones were designed keeping Indian farm terrain, wind conditions, and cropping patterns in mind.
- Think Beyond Just Products: Offering complete solutions—including training, maintenance, and software—enhanced the usability and scalability of their drones.
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