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Strategic MoAs establish IIT-G Research Park as innovation hub in NE

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Guwahati, Nov 4: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati Research Park Foundation signed three pivotal memorandums of Agreement (MoAs) on Monday in a landmark step to bolster research and development across sustainable urbanisation, healthcare innovation and deep tech entrepreneurship.

Accordingly, IIT Guwahati Research Park Foundation has partnered with the Assam Government Healthcare Foundation; Centre for Urbanisation, Buildings and Environment (CUBE), IIT Madras, and IIT-Madras Pravartak to drive impactful innovation and address the unique challenges of the region

Speaking at the event, Devendra Jalihal, director, IIT Guwahati, and chairperson, IIT Guwahati Research Park, said, “We are excited to develop IIT Guwahati Research Park into an innovation hub for the Northeast. Our flagship initiative — a partnership with the Assam government to create a super-specialty hospital and simulation lab — will unite medical and engineering professionals to tackle pressing healthcare challenges.”

“As the region continues to urbanise, we are also committed to sustainable infrastructure to prevent the issues seen in other urban areas. Through these initiatives, the research park is poised to contribute significantly to both regional and national development,” Jalihal said.

Speaking about collaboration with IIT Guwahati Research Park, Maj. Gen (Retd.) L. Padmanabhan, chief executive officer, CUBE, said, “We are excited to collaborate with IIT Guwahati Research Park to address the Northeast’s critical urban challenges. At CUBE, our mission is to provide advanced solutions in sustainable infrastructure, building, environmental planning and smart cities.”

“With over 250 specialised projects across India, we are committed to leveraging IIT-Guwahati’s academic strengths alongside our industry expertise to drive sustainable, affordable development in the region. This partnership enables us to tap into the immense potential within the seven sister states, fostering impactful, multidisciplinary solutions for the built environment,” Maj. Gen (Retd.) Padmanabhan said.

In partnership with CUBE, IIT Guwahati aims to develop an advanced urban infrastructure and sustainability hub at the IIT Guwahati Research Park.

This facility will serve as a centre for interdisciplinary collaboration among engineers, urban planners, environmental scientists, transportation specialists and policymakers, working to address sustainable urban development, water resource management and efficient transportation solutions.

The initiative underscores a shared commitment to creating sustainable and resilient urban frameworks tailored to the unique needs of Assam and the Northeast region.

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