TGCHE plans research parks and innovation hubs in Telangana

Prof. Reddy highlighted opportunities for collaboration during the meeting, including the establishment of incubation centers, research parks, and capacity-building programs. IIT-M Director Prof. V. Kamakoti shared insights into successful initiatives like Pravartak, NPTEL, and Vidya Shakti, which have greatly contributed to advancing the State's technological education.

Hyderabad: The Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) is planning to set up research parks and innovation hubs to foster technological education and hands-on practical experience for students in Telangana. To this end, TGCHE Chairman Prof. V Balakista Reddy recently visited the IIT-Madras to discuss strategic agreements for technological collaborations between both institutions.

During the meeting, Prof. Reddy discussed various aspects of collaboration, including setting up incubation centres, research parks, and human capacity-building programs. IIT-M Director Prof. V Kamakoti shared insights into IIT-Madras’s successful initiatives like Pravartak, NPTEL, and Vidya Shakti programs, which have significantly advanced the State’s technological education landscape.

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The IIT-M Director extended his support in providing guidance and expertise to TGCHE, particularly in the areas of startup incubation, infrastructure development, and industry-university tie-ups.

Prof. Reddy assured Prof. Kamakoti that all necessary resources, including State government support and investments, would be provided for the successful implementation of these initiatives.

The TGCHE Chairman also held meetings with other IIT-Madras officials to explore strategic collaborations aimed at enhancing technological education and practical skills for students in the State. His visit focused on incubation support, research initiatives, and technology-driven education models.