Business EconomyPosted at: Jun 6 2026 10:23AM


Genrobotics leads Rs 1 crore Seed Funding in Estro Tech Robotics

Thiruvananthapuram, June 6 (UNI) In a significant development for Kerala's emerging deep-tech sector, Genrobotics Innovations Pvt. Ltd, one of India's leading robotics companies, has led a Rs1 crore seed funding round in Thrissur-based startup Estro Tech Robotics, which specialises in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) solutions.
The investment establishes a strategic partnership between the two companies, combining Genrobotics' experience in advanced robotics and technology commercialisation with Estro Tech's expertise in automation, AIoT, and intelligent systems.
The collaboration is expected to accelerate the development of next-generation infrastructure technologies and strengthen Kerala's growing innovation ecosystem.
Anoop Ambika, CEO of Kerala Startup Mission, said the investment reflects the increasing maturity of Kerala's startup ecosystem, where successful entrepreneurs are beginning to support the next generation of innovators. He noted that such collaborations provide startups with not only capital but also industry expertise, mentorship, and market access.
The newly raised funds will be utilised to develop and commercialise advanced technologies aimed at addressing critical challenges in utility and urban infrastructure management.
The partnership will also provide strategic mentorship, product development support, and market access opportunities as Estro Tech expands into critical infrastructure technology solutions.
Founded in 2020 by engineering graduates Christo Varghese, Christo Kollannur, Rahul Vincent and Bonsto Wilson, Estro Tech Robotics first gained national attention by developing India's first UV sterilising robot.
The company later entered the retail technology space with RobAd, an interactive robotic in-store advertising platform that combines robotics, motion, light, sound, and AI-powered analytics to engage consumers and generate real-time insights.
Today, the company works with major FMCG brands and retailers across India and has established distribution partnerships in international markets, including Nigeria, Botswana, Qatar, and South Korea. Headquartered in Thrissur and operating from Infopark Koratty, Estro Tech has emerged as one of Kerala's promising deep-tech startups.
According to Christo Varghese, the company remains focused on developing technology solutions that address real-world challenges. Meanwhile, Vimal Govind M K said Genrobotics sees it as a responsibility to support the next generation of deep-tech innovators, recalling the role Kerala's startup ecosystem played in the company's own growth journey.
With the fresh capital infusion, Estro Tech plans to develop advanced inspection robots capable of navigating and assessing underground utility networks, AI-powered sewer line monitoring systems, and predictive intelligence platforms that can identify anomalies, forecast maintenance requirements, and improve operational efficiency.
The company also intends to scale its RobAd platform in domestic and international markets while strengthening its research and development capabilities.
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