Backed by MS Dhoni, drone manufacturer Garuda Aerospace is set to venture into offline retail with the launch of company-owned outlet stores, starting with a flagship store in Chennai post-Diwali. The company will also introduce its unique Service on Wheels for convenient after-sales service.
Garuda Aerospace aims to establish 400 retail outlets and mobile drone centers across India in 2024, enhancing accessibility and availability. The flagship stores will serve as one-stop shops, offering high-quality drones with a focus on India’s agriculture economy.
Founder and CEO Agnishwar Jayaprakash expressed the significance of entering offline sales, emphasizing the milestone for Garuda Aerospace. “Our entry into offline sales is a milestone for us at Garuda Aerospace. This investment is a significant step forward for us as a company as it takes us closer to our target buyers. Our flagship stores will help us take our consumers’ experience to a whole never, unmatchable level. As a company, we are committed to not only revolutionizing the drone industry but also fostering a culture of technological exploration and innovation across India. We aim to inspire the next generation of innovators and contribute to India’s progress in technology on a global level,” he stated.
Garuda Aerospace, a leading drone tech startup since 2015, aims to disrupt Precision Agri Tech and Industry 4.0 with its asset-light, agnostic approach.
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With over 400 drones and 500 pilots operating in 84 cities, the company has served prominent clients and partnered with global giants like Lockheed Martin, Cognizant, and Elbit Systems. Dhoni’s investment and ambassadorship add to Garuda Aerospace’s mission to positively impact 1 billion lives through affordable precision drone technology.