Pradeep Palelli, Co-founder and CEO, Thanos Technologies Pvt Ltd
- Pradeep is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Thanos Technologies Private Limited.
- He earlier co-founded Zolt Energy, which is a rooftop solar company.
Podcast
Overview
In this episode of The Brand Called You, tech entrepreneur Pradeep Palelli discusses his journey of co-founding Thanos Technologies, creating India’s first indigenous agricultural drones, and driving innovation in the farming sector. From addressing labor shortages to ensuring sustainability, Pradeep’s vision for the future of agriculture is inspiring.
00:32- About Pradeep Palelli
- Pradeep is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Thanos Technologies Private Limited.
- He earlier co-founded Zolt Energy, which is a rooftop solar company.
07:07- How important is it to establish an ecosystem for components and raw materials for drone manufacturers in India?
- Establishing a local ecosystem for drone components in India is crucial for improving quality and reducing costs, especially in sectors like agriculture.
- More than 50% of the raw materials are already sourced locally, and significant progress is being made in indigenizing electronics like radios and flight controls.
- Developing a local ecosystem is vital for data security, particularly in defense, and for achieving scale and competitive pricing.
18:32- How can drones support post-harvest activities such as storage and logistics?
- Drones can support post-harvest logistics by enabling the fast transportation of perishable goods between storage hubs.
- Drones are currently used in pre-harvest applications like crop health monitoring and drought assessments.
- While post-harvest drone use is still limited, the future potential lies in improving logistics and storage efficiency in agriculture.
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Learn more about Pradeep Palelli: LinkedIn
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Profile
- Pradeep is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Thanos Technologies Private Limited.
- He earlier co-founded Zolt Energy, which is a rooftop solar company.
