6 Drone-Based Agritech Startups We Met at the Startup Mahakumbh 2025

BharatRohan showcased its suite of drone-assisted crop monitoring services that help farmers adopt a more sustainable approach to farming. With hyperspectral imaging capabilities, BharatRohan’s drones can detect early signs of pest infestations, nutrient deficiencies, and diseases—long before they become visible to the naked eye. These insights empower farmers to act proactively, minimizing losses and enhancing productivity.

The firm offers tailored advisory services to farmers, helping them navigate crop-specific issues and optimize nutrient use. Through its CropAssure services, BharatRohan ensures that crops are grown with traceable inputs and minimal chemical use, making produce safer and export-compliant. Furthermore, the company facilitates direct access to premium markets, enhancing farmers’ income by providing visibility into their sustainable cultivation practices. With tools that support residue-free farming and integrated pest management, BharatRohan allows farmers to conserve resources, protect the environment, and achieve higher profitability.

Hyderabad-based Qoptare displayed its Vayu drone, which belongs to the micro category and weighs just 1.6 kg. Built for surveying and mapping, Vayu comes with a 4K resolution camera, 6X digital zoom, and a live video range of up to 15 kilometers. Its flight duration of 30 minutes and portability make it a suitable choice for remote and rugged fieldwork.

Vayu is packaged in a rugged IP65-rated secure box and is designed for on-the-go operations. It supports a full range of functions from surveillance to inspection and mapping. With easy operability and lifetime support for repair and upgrades, Qoptare emphasizes long-term usability and convenience for end-users in the field.

Thanos displayed the SYENA H10i, a drone developed for the specific needs of Indian farmers. Designed for pesticide spraying, the SYENA H10i incorporates features such as radar-based obstacle avoidance, onboard 1080p camera for live video feed, and a smart remote equipped with Android OS and 4G connectivity.

With a payload capacity of 10 liters and a flight endurance of over 22 minutes, the SYENA H10i operates effectively at 5 to 10 meters per second and up to 10 feet above the crop canopy. It is equipped with GPS and terrain radar for uniform application and real-time data monitoring to enhance operational safety and spraying efficiency. The in-house lithium-ion battery enhances flight time and longevity, making this drone a comprehensive solution for precision agriculture.

Vaimanika Aerospace is focused on expanding drone usage across agriculture and allied industries. The company’s VA10 model is designed to handle various tasks, including crop health monitoring, precision spraying, field mapping, irrigation management, and livestock surveillance. Its VA10 utilize multispectral and thermal sensors to identify stress areas in crops, facilitating early intervention.

The VA10 offer automated pesticide application, uniform coverage, and GPS-guided accuracy, which minimizes human exposure and reduces chemical wastage. Vaimanika also provides high-resolution orthomosaic maps for better field planning and soil analysis. Additionally, the system supports crop damage assessment and monitoring of seasonal crop progress. Its services are backed by AI-powered analytics and designed to address the need for automation, cost-efficiency and resource optimization in farming.

Vimaana Aerospace Technologies presented its dual-focus mission of drone manufacturing and educational engagement. Based in India, the company designs and manufactures the VT400 quadcopter frames and actively promotes drone literacy among school and university students. Its primary objective is to integrate drones into sectors like agriculture, medicine, disaster response, and surveying.

Their agritech solution, KrishiRaj 1.0, is an agricultural spraying drone with a 10-liter capacity. It features smart sensors for obstacle and terrain avoidance and can operate in both autonomous and manual modes. With a 7–8 minute spray time per acre and a 20-minute flight time, KrishiRaj 1.0 offers efficiency and safety by preventing direct contact between farmers and chemicals. The KrishiRaj’s rugged design, battery safety features, and high endurance allow for reliable operation across variable field conditions.

Vyomik Drones brought forth its SID-A415 agriculture spraying drone, engineered for robustness and efficiency. With a working capacity of up to 8.67 hectares per hour and a flow rate of 5.4 liters per minute, the SID-A415 is tailored for high-volume field operations. The 15-liter spray tank, modular design, and folding mechanism ensure easy handling and maintenance.

Equipped with eight pressure nozzles, the drone achieves a spraying width of 5–7 meters, ensuring effective coverage. The drone also features an advanced terrain-following system with phased array radar for precise spraying. Integrated FPV systems provide real-time field mapping, while the dual battery system supports continuous operations with rapid recharging capabilities. The IP67 rating ensures its durability under varying field conditions.