Drone technology startup PDRL has lately received a patent for its unique way of surveying narrow infrastructure areas like roads, railways and pipelines. It is a win for the company and simultaneously is believed to be a significant step forward for India’s growing drone industry. It is also a sign of drones becoming important tools in India’s major projects.
The patent is timely as land surveys in India are increasingly using drones for faster, safer and more affordable methods compared to traditional methods. The Indian drone survey industry grew by 40% and reached to ₹800 crore in value in 2023. About 70% of large infrastructure projects like highways, railways, smart cities and mining today are using drones for data collection.
The new corridor survey method of PDRL has raised the bar for drone technology in the country with this patented method. Data collection for projects has become even more efficient and accurate. This means that projects of companies and government may get better insights quickly and this can help them in making smarter decisions as well as keeping projects on track.
PDRL CEO Anil Chandaliya said that the patent is a big step forward and enabling faster as well as more precise surveying to help partners and customers to succeed. It also shows the impact of ‘Made in India’ products and the growth of Indian drone technology as well.
The message is clear and it is that drones will play a central role in India’s future infrastructure with advancements like PDRL. It is a breakthrough for a company and also an exciting sign of India’s growing influence in drone technology.
