Synopsis
As part of the corporate social responsibility (CSR) collaboration, Gliders India will provide financial assistance and mentorship to startups incubated at SIIC working on advanced medical technologies, digital health solutions, telemedicine applications, and healthcare infrastructure innovations.
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur’s Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC) has entered into a partnership with defence public sector undertaking Gliders India to drive innovation in healthcare.
As part of the corporate social responsibility (CSR) collaboration, Gliders India will provide financial assistance and mentorship to startups incubated at SIIC working on advanced medical technologies, digital health solutions, telemedicine applications, healthcare infrastructure innovations.
The partnership aims to leverage IIT Kanpur’s technological prowess combined with Gliders India’s industry expertise to develop impactful solutions addressing critical healthcare challenges in India.
“This collaboration creates a powerful ecosystem where our incubated startups can tap into Gliders India’s vast industry experience to translate their innovations into real-world impact,” said Ankush Sharma, professor-in-charge of SIIC, IIT Kanpur.
Gliders India will connect startups with domain experts, industry resources, and market networks, thereby accelerating their growth and commercialization journeys.
The Kanpur-based PSU’s strategic support will enable these startups to navigate the complex healthcare landscape effectively.
“Partnering with SIIC allows us to harness innovation’s potential and contribute to national wellbeing by addressing pressing healthcare challenges,” said VK Tiwari, chairman and managing director of Gliders India.
Article Credit: economictimes.indiatimes