Bengaluru-based deep-tech startup Yaanendriya has secured ₹15 crore in seed funding led by Piper Serica. The company will use the capital to commercialize its defense and space products, having already piloted projects with 20 customers and established partnerships with the Indian Army and Bharat Electronics Ltd.
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Yaanendriya, a Bengaluru-based deep-tech startup, has successfully raised ₹15 crore in a seed funding round led by the venture capital firm Piper Serica. Founded in 2023 by Vamshi Bharadwaj M V, Vyshak Y, Vijay H P, and Aravind Thumbur, the company focuses on developing specialized hardware including inertial measurement units, GNSS modules, and wireless input-output systems for aerospace and defense applications.
Scaling Commercial Operations and R&D
The fresh infusion of capital is primarily aimed at transitioning the startup from its pilot phase into full-scale commercial operations. The company reported revenue of ₹48 lakh in the most recent quarter and has set an internal revenue target of approximately ₹5.4 crore for FY27. To support this growth, a significant portion of the funding will be directed toward research and development, specifically targeting advanced sensors designed for satellite and space-related applications.
Customer Validation and Strategic MoUs
Yaanendriya has spent the past year focusing on market validation rather than immediate mass production. The company has engaged with over 20 customers across 10 to 12 different sectors to refine its product offerings. A critical part of this strategy includes secured Memorandums of Understanding with key defense entities, including the Indian Army's 515 Army Base Workshop in Bengaluru, which centers on the supply of sensors and components for unmanned vehicles. Additionally, the company has established over 10 MoUs with Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL), a major state-owned defense electronics manufacturer.
Future Growth and Order Book Status
As the company moves into the next phase of its business plan, the focus will shift toward converting these pilot projects into larger, multi-year contracts. The company currently holds an unexecuted order book valued at approximately ₹1.5 crore. The success of this expansion plan will largely depend on the startup's ability to successfully deliver on these initial orders and maintain the quality standards required by the highly regulated defense and aerospace sectors. Investors and stakeholders will likely monitor the company’s ability to scale its order book and manage costs while transitioning toward higher production volumes in the coming fiscal year.