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IInvenTiv, an all-IITs R&D showcase launched by Education Minister

IInvenTiv, an all-IITs R&D showcase launched: At the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT Delhi), IInvenTiv, the first-ever all-IIT R&D exhibition, was officially inaugurated by Union Minister for Education and Skill Development Dharmendra Pradhan. The Education minister claimed that IITs are now used as catalysts for change. They serve as both a bridge to the future and a storehouse of information.

IInvenTiv, an all-IITs R&D showcase launched: Key Points

  • Pradhan continued by saying that the Covid epidemic has demonstrated the effects of technology-driven research dedicating itself to the benefit of humanity.
  • In accordance with the “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav” programme, the R&D Fair is being held in remembrance of the 75th anniversary of India’s Independence.
  • More than 300 industry representatives attended the IInvenTiv.
  • IInvenTiv event will feature 75 projects, including 6 Showcase projects, on a variety of topics.
  • The initiatives support the Make in India, Digital India, and Atmanirbhar Bharat visions.

IInvenTiv: Attendees

Along with students, IIT alumni from around the world, faculty from different CFTIs, and scientists from DRDO, ISRO, CSIR, and ICAR, the two-day event (IInvenTiv) will host representatives from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI), and National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM).

Important Takeaways For All Competitive Exams:

  • Union Minister for Education and Skill Development: Dharmendra Pradhan
  • ISRO Chairman: Shri S. Somanath
  • DRDO Chairman: Dr. Samir V. Kamat

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