‘IInvenTiv-2024’, the second edition of Research and Development (R&D) fair by the 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) in the country was inaugurated by Union Minister of Education (MoE) Dharmendra Pradhan at the IIT Hyderabad on Friday.
He said the initiative was in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s advocacy for transformative education, and in the transformative journey of realising the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat. “This event is not just a meeting point for academia and industry; it is a powerhouse that drives economic growth, job creation, and nurtures a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. The innovations showcased at such events are instrumental in shaping the trajectory of the nation,” the Minister added.
‘IInvenTiv’ began in 2022, in celebration of the country’s 75th Independence, and showcased 75 diverse array of technologies in climate change, sustainability, smart city architecture, rural agriculture, affordable healthcare, and drone technology. The current edition targets affordable healthcare, agriculture and food processing, sustainable technologies including climate change, e-mobility, clean energy, defence and space, and Industry 4.0.
