Inauguration of SWASTHA Project and ISO 5/6 Clean Room Facilities
- Hon’ble Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, Shri S. Krishnan, inaugurated the groundbreaking SWASTHA project and the state-of-the-art ISO 5 and 6 Clean Room Facilities at IIT Guwahati’s Centre for Nanotechnology on 9th February 2024.
- Prof. Rajeev Ahuja, Officiating Director, IIT Guwahati, and other dignitaries were also present at the event.
Significance of Clean Room Facilities
- First of their kind in the North Eastern region of India.
- Aim to revolutionize nanoelectronics and nanomaterial fabrication, semiconductor devices development, and quantum technologies.
- Jointly sponsored by MeitY and IIT Guwahati.
SWASTHA Project
- Aims to pioneer healthcare advancements through advanced nanoelectronic theranostic devices.
- Supported by MeitY, focusing on delivering high-quality products and prototypes in micro/nano electronics and nanomaterials.
National Mission Augmentation
- Set to significantly boost the Indian Semiconductor Mission and Quantum Mission programmes.
- Foster collaboration between academia and industry, propelling India towards self-reliance and technological leadership.
Visionary Leadership and Collaborative Endeavors
- Shri S. Krishnan highlighted the significance of these advancements for the North-Eastern region.
- Acknowledged collaborative efforts of MeitY, IIT Guwahati faculty, and scholars in setting new benchmarks for scientific excellence.
Catalyzing Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Geared towards catalyzing deep-tech invention, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
- Aims to generate revenue, facilitate collaboration, and support start-ups in transforming ideas into solutions.
Future Outlook
- Marks a leap forward in India’s quest for technological excellence and self-reliance.
- Lays the foundation for advancements in nanoelectronics and healthcare.