Empowering Rural Futures

Mydronetech is a women-led startup transforming rural and semi urban areas in India through inclusive drone technology for education, agriculture, and innovation.

A drone hovers in the air against a blurred background of a large body of water and distant mountains. The focus is sharp on the drone's body and propellers, emphasizing its modern design and technological features. The scene is captured in natural lighting during what appears to be early morning or late afternoon, with a slightly cool tone.
A drone with a sleek, modern design hovers in the air against a backdrop of lush green foliage. It has four rotors, each emitting a soft blur from the rapid movement. Two small lights on the front arms emit a soft red glow, possibly for navigation or signaling.

Empowering rural communities.

Dr. Vilas J Kharat

Founder & CEO – MyDroneTech
Ph.D. (Industrial Engineering), MBA (Operations), ME (Robotics), B.Tech (Mechanical)

Dr. Vilas Kharat is a seasoned academician, engineer, and innovation strategist with over 25 years of diverse experience spanning education, engineering, and entrepreneurship. He is the visionary force behind MyDroneTech, a women-led drone technology startup aimed at transforming Tier 2 and Tier 3 regions of India through drone education, agri-tech solutions, and rural innovation.

He holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from IIM Mumbai (formerly NITIE) and has built a career that bridges academia with real-world impact. With specialized expertise in CAD/CAM, robotics, AI, project management, and STEM education, Dr. Kharat has published over 15 international research papers and filed 5 patents in emerging technologies, including a UK-registered design in smart waste management and drone-based emergency systems.His drone-related research includes projects like the Quadcopter-based Medical Emergency Response System and gesture-controlled robotics for nuclear safety applications.

He has co-authored books on Entrepreneurship, AI/ML, and Research Methodology, and served on government advisory boards for technical education and innovation.

Dr. Kharat brings to MyDroneTech a rare combination of technical depth, educational leadership, and strategic vision, making him uniquely suited to lead the company’s mission of democratizing drone technology across India’s semi-urban and rural communities.