IIT Kanpur and Gliders India

In a significant stride towards fostering innovation in healthcare, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur’s Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC) has forged a strategic partnership with defence public sector undertaking Gliders India. This collaboration aims to harness synergies between technological expertise and industry experience to address critical healthcare challenges in India.

Under the umbrella of corporate social responsibility (CSR), Gliders India will extend financial support and mentorship to startups incubated at SIIC, focusing on advanced medical technologies, digital health solutions, telemedicine applications, and healthcare infrastructure innovations. By leveraging Gliders India’s vast industry experience, startups will gain invaluable insights and resources to accelerate their growth and commercialization endeavors.


Ankush Sharma, the professor-in-charge of SIIC at IIT Kanpur, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, emphasizing its potential to create a robust ecosystem for translating innovative ideas into tangible impact. Through access to domain experts, industry resources, and market networks facilitated by Gliders India, startups incubated at SIIC are poised to navigate the complexities of the healthcare landscape effectively.

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The partnership underscores the commitment of both institutions towards driving positive change in the healthcare sector, with a focus on addressing pressing challenges and improving national wellbeing. VK Tiwari, chairman and managing director of Gliders India, highlighted the significance of harnessing innovation to contribute to societal welfare, emphasizing the role of partnerships like these in driving meaningful progress.


As the collaboration between IIT Kanpur and Gliders India unfolds, stakeholders in the healthcare industry anticipate the emergence of groundbreaking solutions aimed at enhancing healthcare accessibility, affordability, and effectiveness. The concerted efforts of academia and industry players signal a promising trajectory for healthcare innovation in India, ultimately benefiting millions of individuals across the nation.


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