IndiGo Takes ₹10 Crore Stake in Sarla Aviation for eVTOL Air Taxi Development

Andrew Lee

IndiGo Takes ₹10 Crore Stake in Sarla Aviation for eVTOL Air Taxi Development

IndiGo has taken a strategic equity stake worth ₹100 million (US$1.07 million / ₹10 crore) in Bengaluru-based startup Sarla Aviation through IndiGo Ventures.

The investment supports the company’s development of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility applications.


IndiGo's Entry into Urban Air Mobility

The investment marks IndiGo’s expansion into emerging aviation technologies focused on next-generation urban transport solutions.

Sarla Aviation, founded in 2023, has raised approximately $13.4 million, including a $10 million Series A1 round.


Sarla Aviation and eVTOL Development

The company is developing electric air taxi solutions aimed at enabling short-distance urban travel.

Its flagship platform, “Shunya,” is designed for vertical takeoff and landing operations in city environments.


Outlook

The investment reflects growing interest in electric aviation technologies within India’s startup ecosystem.

Sarla Aviation continues to work toward advancing its aircraft development and mobility solutions.

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Andrew Lee

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