Creative Newtech Partners with PDRL to Drive Pan-India Adoption of Indigenous Drone Technologies Across Agriculture, Defence and Enterprise

Creative Newtech Limited (NSE: CNL, BSE: 544631) has entered a strategic partnership with Passenger Drone Research Limited (PDRL) to accelerate the pan-India adoption of indigenous drone technologies. By leveraging its expansive national distribution network, Creative Newtech will serve as a Business Growth Partner, focusing on the market expansion of PDRL’s QCI-compliant hardware and software. This collaboration aims to transition drone usage from experimental phases to essential operational infrastructure across the agriculture, Defence and enterprise sectors.

PDRL, a leader in the DroneTech space since 2018, currently commands an estimated 60 per cent share of India’s drone software market and supports over 120 OEMs. The agreement covers the distribution of flagship products such as the AeroGCS software suite and the Ag++ and AeroFC V2 flight controllers. These systems are already proven at scale, having completed over 30 lakh flight operations and are designed to meet rigorous indigenisation and regulatory requirements for mission-critical deployments.

For Creative Newtech, this alliance marks a significant expansion of its technology portfolio into surveillance, security and mission-critical infrastructure. The partnership aligns with national initiatives like the Drone Shakti Mission and the Drone Didi Scheme, providing a structured pathway for scalable drone deployment. By combining PDRL’s government-aligned platforms with Creative Newtech’s execution strengths, the duo is positioned to drive the next wave of technological integration in India’s industrial landscape.

About the Company

Founded in 1992, Creative Newtech Limited has evolved into a powerhouse within India’s ICT distribution sector by leveraging a robust omni-channel network that bridges online, offline and retail platforms. Unlike traditional distributors, the company provides comprehensive market entry services for over 20 global brands, utilising localised demographic intelligence to manage everything from initial research and Logistics to high-impact sales strategies. By focusing on value-added services—including partner training, post-warranty repairs and exclusive long-term partnerships—Creative Newtech is strategically positioned to capture higher margins as India’s digital transformation accelerates.

On Friday, shares of Creative Newtech Ltd gained 1.77 per cent to Rs 671.70 per share from its previous closing of Rs 660 per share. The shares of the company have an ROE of 18 per cent and an ROCE of 21 per cent.

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