Dhoni-backed Garuda Aerospace, Micron in pact to develop defence drones

CHENNAI: IPO-bound drone startup Garuda Aerospace has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Micron Instruments Pvt Ltd, a leading Indian manufacturer of precision fuzes, defence ammunition systems, and critical military components.

The partnership brings together two advanced manufacturing organizations with complementary expertise to accelerate the development of next-generation indigenous defence technologies.
Under the MoU, Garuda Aerospace and Micron Instruments will focus on product distribution, joint technology development, and defence-focused projects.

By integrating Micron Instruments’ expertise in custom-designed fuzes with Garuda Aerospace's advanced drone technologies, the partnership aims to accelerate the development of next-generation indigenous defence solutions, including loitering munitions, payload-enabled UAVs, and advanced unmanned systems.

Agnishwar Jayaprakash, founder-CEO, Garuda Aerospace, said, “this collaboration brings together the strengths of two advanced manufacturing organisations. It opens new opportunities in defence drones, loitering munitions, and next-generation unmanned systems, supporting India's journey towards technological self-reliance.”

“Micron Instruments has spent over six decades developing critical engineering solutions for defence, aerospace, and healthcare industries. The future of defence will be driven by innovation, strong indigenous capabilities, and strategic partnerships. Our association with Garuda Aerospace reflects a shared commitment to developing advanced, homegrown solutions that strengthen India's defence ecosystem and support the country's vision of self-reliance," said Vikram Sahgal, chairman & managing director CMD, Micron Instruments Pvt Ltd.

As India's drone ecosystem continues to expand, with the market projected to exceed Rs 20,000 crore, Garuda Aerospace and Micron Instruments will leverage their combined expertise in advanced manufacturing, defence engineering, and innovation to capitalize on emerging opportunities.