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India Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre launched

Published: Sep 05, 2024

By TIOLCorplaws News Service

NEW DELHI, SEP 05, 2024: THE Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has officially announced the launch of the India Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (IGEIC), a key initiative under the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047.

IGEIC, first of its kind not for profit, section 8 company is exclusively incorporated to create a hub of excellence in graphene technology commercialization focusing on a range of applications from electronics and energy storage to healthcare to material coating and conveyance systems and sustainable material development.

The Centre was launched by S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY, GoI in the august presence of Sunita Verma, Group Coordinator, MeitY, GoI, Madhavan Nambiar, Chairman IGEIC, Asad Pathan, Ex-Chairman, IOCL, Surendra Gotherwal, Scientist, MeitY, GoI , Prof. Alex James and Kamesh Gupta, Board Member - IGEIC.

India's leadership in graphene technology

IGEIC, articulated as India's push towards leadership in graphene technology commercialization, is   strategically located with its R&D setup   in Trivandrum, Kerala, and a Corporate & Business Development hub in Bangalore, Karnataka. The manufacturing unit, supported by the Government of Kerala , is situated in Palakkad, Kerala, creating a comprehensive ecosystem for the development and commercialization of graphene technology.

Opportunities for Startups, Industry, and Economic Growth

Speaking at the launch, S. Krishnan highlighted the transformative potential of graphene and the role of IGEIC in placing India at the forefront of this global revolution. “The establishment of IGEIC under the Graphene Aurora program reflects our commitment to developing cutting-edge solutions and creating a robust industrial base for advanced materials. This center will not only drive innovation but also create significant opportunities for startups and industry  and economic growth,” said S. Krishnan

This program shall build the Graphene ecosystem in the country with startup, SMEs, academia, industry, government including bi-lateral collaborations forming part of this global initiative.

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