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Narayana Health is collaborating with Airbound to halve diagnostic costs through drone logistics. The pilot, initiated in January 2026, involved over 700 flights connecting the Chandapura clinic to the central lab in Electronic City.

The drones enabled a faster, more efficient sample transport system, reducing reliance on road transport. Narayana Health's centralized lab processes over 25,000 tests daily, enhancing accuracy and lowering costs through automation. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to establish smart hospitals in Bengaluru and expand drone logistics in India, addressing healthcare affordability issues amid rising costs.