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Sarla Aviation, a Bengaluru-based aerospace startup, unveiled ‘Shunya,’ India’s first electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) air taxi. Designed for short trips of 20-30 km, it can carry six passengers at speeds up to 250 km/h. This prototype aims to address urban congestion and provide a sustainable alternative to ground transportation. Sarla Aviation also plans to launch ‘Shunya’ in Bengaluru by 2028, with future expansions to cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Pune. Additionally, they have partnered with Sona SPEED to manufacture essential components for the eVTOL.