Fundraising Success for Raphe mPhibr Reaches $100 Million Mark
Raphe mPhibr, an Indian developer of military-grade UAVs, has secured a significant investment of $100 million in a Series B funding round, led by General Catalyst. This funding round marks the largest investment in India's defense-tech and drone sector as of mid-2025[1][2][3][4].
With this investment, Raphe mPhibr aims to strengthen its position in both domestic and global defense markets. The capital will be utilised for research and development, scaling production, and fortifying the company's supply chains for rapid scale-up[1].
The company's focus remains on creating an integrated ecosystem that encompasses simulation, design, manufacturing, and testing under one roof. This approach is intended to strengthen its strategic partnership with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), enabling the integration of Raphe mPhibr's technologies into India’s broader defense infrastructure[1].
Raphe mPhibr's UAVs are renowned for their autonomous flight systems with adaptive navigation, high-altitude endurance, real-time data transmission, modular payloads, and advanced AI integration for threat detection and analysis[1]. The startup holds about 100 intellectual properties related to UAV swarm control, propulsion materials, and avionics[1].
The funding round has raised Raphe mPhibr's valuation to approximately $900 million, solidifying its position as India's most valuable defence-tech startup[1]. The company has already secured multiple contracts with the Indian Army and Air Force, alongside ongoing collaborations with DRDO for advanced autonomous systems[1][4].
The drone sector in India is rapidly expanding, driven by government initiatives such as "Make in India" for defense technology. This investment in Raphe mPhibr is a testament to the growing potential of the domestic and global drone market[4][5].
Other notable developments in the drone sector include the $8M seed round secured by Chariot Defense, the $260 million funding raised by Hadrian, and the equity crowdfunding round opened by Target Arm[1][4].
Jacob Stoner, CEO of Flyeye.io, and Amit Ganjoo, Founder & CEO of ANRA Technologies, are respected figures in the drone community. Stoner frequently conducts drone inspections and has a passion for videography and the societal impact of drone technology advancements. Ganjoo is a driving force behind the emerging Thrust Technologies for Drones[1].
As Raphe mPhibr continues to innovate and grow, it envisions becoming a global leader in military UAVs by combining advanced AI-driven autonomy with rapid deployment capabilities[1]. The company's core mission remains to equip the Indian armed forces with indigenous UAV technology, contributing to India's growing defense procurements and the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative[1].
[1] Source: TechCrunch [2] Source: The Economic Times [3] Source: YourStory [4] Source: LiveMint [5] Source: Business Standard
- In an effort to capitalize on the expanding drone market, both domestically and internationally, Raphe mPhibr plans to utilize the $100 million investment for research and development, scaling production, and enhancing supply chain capabilities, with the aim of strengthening its position as a global leader in military UAVs that incorporate advanced AI-driven autonomy and rapid deployment.
- As part of its strategic growth initiatives, Raphe mPhibr will focus on integrating its UAV technologies into India’s broader defense infrastructure, strengthening its partnership with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), and further investing in technology development for threat detection and analysis, ultimately benefiting the finance sector by increasing India's defense procurements and supporting the nation's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
