Drone Delivery Eyes India's Last-Mile Logistics, Starting With Medical Supplies

Drone-based delivery is gaining traction in India as a potential solution to last-mile logistics challenges. Medical supplies, emergency goods, warehouse transfers, and rural shipments are expected to be among the first use cases to shift to aerial delivery. The technology is seen as particularly promising for reaching remote or underserved areas where conventional delivery riders face difficulties. However, questions remain about whether drones can fully replace the existing network of ground-level delivery personnel.