Bill Gates, former Microsoft CEO and philanthropist, visited the Krishi Vigyan Kendra in New Delhi to witness first-hand the impact of Garuda Aerospace's agricultural drones. During his visit, he engaged with a group of empowered women pilots known as "Drone Didis," who are leading the way in modernizing Indian farming through advanced drone technology. The visit was facilitated by Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited (HURL), a key partner in the initiative.

The video showcased, The "Namo Drone Didi" initiative, a government-led program aimed at empowering rural women while transforming agricultural practices through drone technology.

Gates observed how these drones are reshaping Indian farming by improving precision agriculture, including fertilizer spraying, seed dispersal, and crop monitoring. The initiative has provided training to over 500 rural women, equipping them with critical drone skills and fostering economic independence. As of today, Garuda Aerospace has delivered 446 drones to women Self-Help Groups across 20 states, boosting agricultural productivity and increasing rural incomes.

Agnishwar Jayaprakash, Founder and CEO of Garuda Aerospace, said, "We are honored to have Bill Gates witness the impact of our Agri Drones and the dedication of the Drone Didis. This initiative aligns with our mission to empower rural communities with cutting-edge technology. Seeing the significant improvements in their family incomes is a testament to the power of innovation and resilience. We are excited about the future of Agri-drones in India."

Dr. Siba Prasad Mohanty, Managing Director of HURL, said, "We take immense pride in Bill Gates recognizing the transformational power of the 'Namo Drone Didi' initiative. Our commitment to training and equipping women with agricultural drones stems from our vision of fostering a self-reliant and digitally empowered India. Accessible and well-utilized technology has the potential to uplift rural communities and drive economic progress."