The Indian Army and IIT Madras launched Agnishodh Indian Army Research Cell (IARC) to boost self-reliance in defence technology.
It aims to integrate academic research with operational needs under the Army’s transformation pillar of modernisation and technology infusion.
The centre will collaborate with the IIT Madras Research Park Advanced Manufacturing Technology Development Centre (AMTDC) and Pravartak Technologies Foundation.
Military personnel will be trained in areas like additive manufacturing, cyber security, quantum computing, wireless communication, and unmanned aerial systems.
Agnishodh will transform academic excellence into battlefield innovation, supporting India’s progress towards Viksit Bharat 2047.