EndureAir, a deep-tech drone startup based in Noida, has raised INR 25 crore in a fresh funding round. The investment was led by IAN Alpha Fund, with participation from IAN Angel Fund. This funding will help the company grow its drone technology for defense, logistics, and disaster management in India.
About EndureAir and Its Technology
Founded in 2018 by Dr. Abhishek and his former students Rama Krishna and Chirag Jain, EndureAir focuses on building advanced drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Unlike many companies that just assemble drones, EndureAir designs both hardware and software in-house. The startup relies on over 15 years of research in rotorcraft technology and holds eight important patents related to flight control and drone autonomy.
Their drone models serve multiple sectors such as defense, logistics, surveillance, and disaster relief. Some popular products include:
- Sabal: Heavy-lift drones that can carry 10 to 70 kg payloads, already used by the Indian Army’s Eastern Command.
- Vibhram: Long-endurance drones that supported Telangana’s vaccine delivery program under “Medicine from the Sky.”
- Alakh: Small-scale drones used in rescue missions like the Chamoli cloudburst incident and earthquake relief in Turkey.
Plans for the Funded Capital
EndureAir will use the INR 25 crore to advance its drone platforms further. Their focus is on strengthening UAV capabilities for defense applications and expanding into enterprise markets across India. They are also working on next-generation aerial robotics and high-altitude logistics drones.
The startup collaborates with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for building high-altitude logistics drones. It is also running pilot projects with Bhutan’s Druk Holding & Investments (DHI), showing growing international cooperation.
Industry Position and Competition
EndureAir competes with other domestic drone makers like IdeaForge, Garuda Aerospace, and NewSpace Research. However, the company’s strong edge lies in its deep technology background and indigenous research strength that helps create rugged and mission-critical UAV solutions.
With increasing demand in defense and emergency response sectors, EndureAir is well-positioned to become a key player in India’s booming drone ecosystem.
Conclusion
EndureAir’s successful INR 25 crore funding round highlights the growing interest and investment in Indian drone technology startups. The fresh capital will accelerate innovation in unmanned aerial vehicles that aid defense, logistics, and disaster response. EndureAir’s focus on in-house design and deep rotorcraft research sets it apart as a pioneering force in the country’s UAV sector. This funding will further empower the startup to expand its product offerings and deliver impactful drone solutions across India and beyond.
This marks another significant step for India’s drone industry as local startups rise to meet modern challenges with cutting-edge technologies.