In a major step towards boosting India’s role in technology, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Telecom Centre of Excellence (TCOE) India and Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) – Visvesvaraya Research & Innovation Foundation (VRIF). This agreement focuses on setting up a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Quantum Technology and other cutting-edge areas like 5G/6G Technologies. The CoE will be based at VTU-VRIF Bangalore and is a part of the Government’s 100-day programme to speed up progress in these key sectors.
The MoU was signed by Dr. Vidya Shankar S, Vice Chancellor of VTU-VRIF, and Mr. Vinod Kumar, DDG(SRI), DoT & Director, TCOE India. The event was attended by over 200 representatives, including members from the Executive Council, Deans, HoDs from 228 colleges under VTU, as well as guests from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and other experts.
A Hub for Research and Innovation
The Centre of Excellence will work as a hub-and-spoke model for research and innovation. The main hub will be VTU-VRIF and TCOE India, with VTU’s 228 affiliated colleges acting as the spokes. This model will help in creating new ideas and developments in Quantum Technology and 5G/6G Technologies. By working together with these colleges, the CoE will bring together top experts and researchers to explore these fields and promote cutting-edge technology.
The CoE aims to boost research and development (R&D), helping students, researchers, and industry professionals to create new technologies faster. It will also connect with other important organizations like the Telecom Engineering Centre (TEC), Bharat 6G Alliance, and TSDSI. This will create stronger collaboration in telecom standardization and help India stay ahead in new technologies.
Empowering Students and Researchers
One of the main goals of the CoE is to support over 400,000 students, 2,000+ PhDs, and many researchers across VTU’s network. By offering resources and guidance, the CoE will help these students and researchers focus on R&D, making sure their ideas can turn into real-world innovations. The CoE will also help them bring these innovations to market, contributing to India’s growing tech industry.
The CoE will provide focused innovation groups in specific areas, such as Quantum Technology and telecom advancements, ensuring that the best minds from all affiliated colleges work together. This collaboration will strengthen the startup ecosystem and enhance academic networks.
Strengthening Telecom and Technology Sectors
The Centre of Excellence will also improve the synergy between different sectors involved in telecom and technology. It will work closely with various national alliances, academic institutions, and startups to streamline R&D processes, ensuring faster innovation and better telecom standardization.
This initiative will drive India’s leadership in Quantum Technology and 5G/6G innovations on a global scale. It shows a commitment to making India a major player in the telecom and technological sectors, ensuring the country keeps up with global advancements.
The CoE’s long-term goal is to accelerate the development of frontier technologies and create a space where researchers and innovators can work together to find new solutions. With the hub-and-spoke model, the CoE will be able to spread innovations rapidly, ensuring that India leads the way in Quantum Technology and telecom advancements.
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