IIT Ropar Technology Innovation Foundation

IIT Ropar Technology Innovation Foundation IIT Ropar (AWaDH), a Technology Innovation Hub supported by DST-GOI under NM-ICPS.

Happy   | Celebrating Women Who Inspire   ๐ŸŒธโœจAt iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar, we believe that true innovation thrives where t...
08/03/2026

Happy | Celebrating Women Who Inspire ๐ŸŒธโœจ

At iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar, we believe that true innovation thrives where talent, determination, and diverse perspectives come together. On this , we celebrate the remarkable women who are shaping the future of , , and with their vision, resilience, and .

Women in are not only breaking barriers but also building pathways for the next generation of . From pioneering to leading impactful , their ideas and contributions continue to transform challenges into opportunities and imagination into real-world solutions.

At iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar, we are proud to be part of an that encourages inclusion, empowers voices, and nurtures talent. Every woman , , , and changemaker adds a powerful dimension to Indiaโ€™s growing innovation landscape.

Today, we celebrate the courage to question norms, the passion to pursue , and the strength to lead change. Together, we move closer to a future where knows no boundaries and opportunity knows no gender. ๐ŸŒฑ

Hereโ€™s to the women who inspire ideas, drive progress, and redefine whatโ€™s possible every single day. ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Wishing everyone a meaningful and empowering International Womenโ€™s Day! ๐Ÿ’œ

The next decade of   will belong to those who build it with purpose, inclusivity, and real-world impact. ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿค–Proud to shar...
19/02/2026

The next decade of will belong to those who build it with purpose, inclusivity, and real-world impact. ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿค–

Proud to share the Hindustan Times article, โ€œAI in the Global Southโ€™s Decade,โ€ co-authored by Sabarish Chandrasekaran, CEO & Co-Founder of MediSim VR, and Dr Mukesh Kestwal, Chief Innovation Officer at iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar. โœจ

The article reflects a powerful vision:

๐Ÿ”น The Global South must transition from AI adopters to

๐Ÿ”น must be rooted in local realities - , , ,

๐Ÿ”น Talent, infrastructure, and policy must move in alignment to ensure equitable access

At iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar, Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar, we are actively driving this transformation by building indigenous AI capabilities, enabling , and deploying field-ready solutions that create measurable impact.

The Global South is not catching up - it is stepping forward. ๐ŸŒ

Day 1 & Day 2 Highlights |   Batch 2 at Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar ๐Ÿš€The Management Development Programme (MDP...
18/02/2026

Day 1 & Day 2 Highlights | Batch 2 at Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar ๐Ÿš€

The Management Development Programme (MDP) Batch 2 at iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar has kicked off with tremendous energy, bringing together experts, , and for an enriching learning journey!

Day 1 featured an insightful session from Sujeet K. Kishan, Governance Fellow, Office of OSD to Minister of Health, Government of Punjab, who shared his expertise on governance models and their critical role in entrepreneurial success. The session emphasized how public policy can fuel business , , and market expansion, offering invaluable insights to participants looking to navigate the intersection of governance and .

Day 2 was led by Prabhu Vijayakumaran, Project Manager at Center of Research for Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization (CREED), Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar, who delivered a compelling session on energy efficiency and decarbonization. He provided a comprehensive view of how business practices and green energy solutions are shaping the future of entrepreneurship. The session highlighted how decarbonization is driving industry transformation and creating new opportunities for startups and to scale .

Both days set the tone for MDP Batch 2, equipping participants with practical insights, fostering collaborative learning, and providing the tools needed to lead and innovate in todayโ€™s competitive landscape at Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar, and iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar.

  AI Leadership Dialogue | Empowering the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ทAt the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the ...
17/02/2026

AI Leadership Dialogue | Empowering the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท

At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar (iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar ), in collaboration with Invest Punjab (Startup Punjab(GoP)) and UD IMPACT, South Korea, hosted a high-impact session on โ€œEmpowering the Next Generation of in Asia and India through .โ€

๐Ÿ“ West Wing, Room 4B | Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

We are deeply honored to have an exceptional lineup of shaping this dialogue:

๐ŸŸก Sh. Amit Dhaka, IAS - CEO Invest Punjab

๐ŸŸก Dr. Kyeong Lee โ€“ Director, Global Business Centre New Delhi, ์ค‘์†Œ๋ฒค์ฒ˜๊ธฐ์—…์ง„ํฅ๊ณต๋‹จ(Korea SMEs Startups Agency)

๐ŸŸก Mr. Woo - Co-Founder, UD IMPACT

๐ŸŸก Mr. TaeHyung Lee - Director, Global Business Division, UD IMPACT

๐ŸŸก Prof. Rajeev Ahuja - Director, Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar

๐ŸŸก Dr. Pushpendra P. Singh - Dean CAPS & Project Director (iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar & ANNAM.AI), Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar

๐ŸŸก Dr. Radhika Trikha - CEO, iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar

Together, this gathering signals a powerful India-Korea innovation - accelerating AI-driven , enabling cross-border , and empowering the next generation of leaders.

The future of -led enterprises is being shaped - right here, right now. ๐ŸŒฑ

Leader Prof. Rajeev Ahuja Dialogue at the Indo-Canadian Symposium on AI for Food, Energy & Health Sectors ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ As part ...
17/02/2026

Leader Prof. Rajeev Ahuja Dialogue at the Indo-Canadian Symposium on AI for Food, Energy & Health Sectors ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

As part of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Prof. Rajeev Ahuja, Director of the Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar, addresses global delegates at the Symposium at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

In his address, Prof. Ahuja highlighted the transformative role of in strengthening mission-critical sectors - from climate-resilient and precision-driven food systems ๐ŸŒพ to intelligent renewable energy optimization โšก and next-generation -enabled healthcare solutions ๐Ÿฅ. He emphasized the importance of translational research, global academic , and that move beyond ideas to real-world deployment.

Bringing together leading experts from and , this joint session reflects the Indian Institute of Technology, Roparโ€™s growing role as a catalyst for international in emerging . The dialogue underscores a shared commitment to accelerating AI-driven solutions that enhance , resilience, and inclusive growth across nations.

Under Prof. Ahujaโ€™s leadership, Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar continues to strengthen cross-border research partnerships, foster innovation-led development, and position India at the forefront of responsible and impactful AI advancement.

Global collaboration. Strategic innovation. Real-world impact. ๐Ÿš€

Indo-Canadian Symposium on AI for Food, Energy & Health Sectors Happening Now ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆThe Indian Institute of Technology, R...
17/02/2026

Indo-Canadian Symposium on AI for Food, Energy & Health Sectors Happening Now ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

The Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar, proudly hosts a dynamic dialogue under India AI Impact Summit 2026, bringing together global thought leaders to accelerate -driven transformation across critical sectors at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

๐Ÿ“ L1 Meeting Room No. 14, Bharat Mandapam

๐Ÿ—“ 17 February 2026 | ๐Ÿ•  In Session Now

This focused symposium is exploring how is reshaping three mission-critical domains:

๐ŸŒพ Food Systems - , farming, smart resource management, and supply chains

โšก Energy - Intelligent optimization of , smart grids, storage systems, and low-carbon transitions

๐Ÿฅ Healthcare - Predictive diagnostics, AI-enabled medical research, scalable solutions

Distinguished Speakers Leading the Discussion:

๐Ÿ”น Dr. Ajay Dalai โ€“ University of Saskatchewan

๐Ÿ”น Dr. Debi Prasad โ€“

๐Ÿ”น Dr. Santosh Kumar โ€“

๐Ÿ”น Prof. Rajeev Ahuja โ€“ Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar

๐Ÿ”น Dr. Maneesha Vinodini Ramesh โ€“ Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

๐Ÿ”น Dr. Mukesh K. Saini โ€“ Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar

๐Ÿ”น Dr. Radhika Trikha - iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar

๐Ÿ”น Dr Mukesh Kestwal - iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar

The conversations underway are advancing bilateral research , joint programs, academic exchange, and translational with real-world impact.

At the Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar, global partnerships are not future plans - they are happening now. ๐Ÿš€

Driving Cooperative   for Inclusive and   Growth๐ŸŒฟWe are delighted to welcome Mr. Jyoti Saroop, biotechnology expert and ...
17/02/2026

Driving Cooperative for Inclusive and Growth๐ŸŒฟ

We are delighted to welcome Mr. Jyoti Saroop, biotechnology expert and visionary cooperative leader, as the expert speaker for the Advanced Management Development Programme (A-MDP) and the Advanced Entrepreneurship & Skill Development Programme (A-ESDP) at the Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar.

With nearly 25 years of experience in rural development, natural resource management, and community-owned enterprise creation, Mr. Jyoti Saroop has successfully transformed grassroots initiatives into nationally recognized, -driven cooperative models. As Co-founder of The Unati Co-Operative Marketing-Cum-Processing Society Limited, he has built scalable value chains empowering 1,800 member-collectors and generating substantial rural livelihoods.

A recipient of prestigious honours including the DBT Biotechnology Social Development Award, PHDCCI MSME Social Impact Award, and the Ministry of Cooperationโ€™s Most Innovative Cooperative Award, his work reflects the powerful convergence of science, , and inclusive growth.

His session will provide deep insights into cooperative-led , sustainable value chains, rural , and scalable community enterprises.

๐Ÿ“… Dates: 23rd โ€“ 27th February 2026

๐Ÿ“ Venue: iHub-AWaDH, IIT Ropar

๐Ÿ’ฐ Fee: โ‚น1,100

๐ŸŸฃ 100% fee waiver for SC/ST, PwD/PH, BPL & Women participants

๐Ÿจ Accommodation support available

โณ Limited seats available โ€“ Register now!

๐Ÿ”— Register here: bit.ly/AWaDH_ESDP

At the forefront of responsible  , the Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar proudly joins the global dialogue at the Ag...
17/02/2026

At the forefront of responsible , the Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar proudly joins the global dialogue at the Agri AI Global Summit - a special joint session by India & Israel under the umbrella of India AI Impact Summit 2026 โœจ๐ŸŒฑ

With the powerful theme โ€œBridging Nations Through AI: Scaling AI Innovations for Public Goodโ€, this high-impact panel discussion brings together distinguished voices to shape the future of in .

As part of the larger vision of โ€œWelfare for All | Happiness of Allโ€, the session focuses on advancing responsible AI solutions that empower , strengthen food systems, and create scalable public-good across borders.

Our esteemed panel features:

๐Ÿ”น Mr. Mayuresh Raut โ€“ seafund

๐Ÿ”น Ms. Urmi Tat โ€“ Salesforce

๐Ÿ”น Ms. Nemesisa Ujjain โ€“ The Circle: Founders Club

๐Ÿ”น Ms. Maya Sherman โ€“ Embassy of Israel In India

๐Ÿ”น Dr Mukesh Kestwal โ€“ iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar

This collaboration between India and Israel reflects a shared commitment to leveraging AI for agriculture, -driven growth, and inclusive development.

At Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar, through IIT Ropar Technology Innovation Foundation we remain dedicated to transforming research into real-world impact - building technologies that are not just intelligent, but responsible and accessible.

The future of agriculture is being rewritten with AI. And it is being built through partnerships, purpose, and progress. ๐ŸŒฑ

Inaugurating a New Era of Responsible   Collaboration | INDIAai Impact Summit 2026 ๐ŸŒ๐ŸŒพ The Agri AI Global Summit, a landm...
17/02/2026

Inaugurating a New Era of Responsible Collaboration | INDIAai Impact Summit 2026 ๐ŸŒ๐ŸŒพ

The Agri AI Global Summit, a landmark India-Israel joint session under the India AI Impact Summit 2026, marks the beginning of a powerful global dialogue on advancing Responsible for .

The summit sets the tone for transformative aligned with the vision of โ€œWelfare for All | Happiness of All.โ€ โœจ

Bringing together global , , , , and , the platform reflects a shared commitment to scaling AI for public good. From strengthening food systems to enabling , the conversations focus on ensuring that AI remains ethical, inclusive, and impact-driven.

With distinguished participation from India and Israel, this summit stands as a testament to how international can accelerate and translate research into real-world solutions. ๐ŸŒฑ

Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, is proud to host and contribute to this global movement - building that empower communities, enhance agricultural resilience, and create impact at scale.

The future of agriculture is intelligent.

The future is collaborative. And the journey has just begun. ๐Ÿš€

Indian Institute of Technology Ropar Driving the   Agenda at INDIAai ImpactSummit2026 โœจ๐Ÿš€ At the India AI Impact Summit 2...
17/02/2026

Indian Institute of Technology Ropar Driving the Agenda at INDIAai ImpactSummit2026 โœจ๐Ÿš€

At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, is proud to be at the forefront of a transformative dialogue on AI Centres of Excellence (AI-CoE) in , , & Cities on February 16 | 12:30 PM | Room No. 10 | Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

The high-impact panel brought together visionary leaders shaping Indiaโ€™s AI ecosystem - Srikanth Nadhamuni (Founder CTO, Aadhaar; APEX Committee, AI CoE, Ministry of Education, Government of India, New Delhi), Prof. Nitin Saxena (AI CoE Sustainable Cities, Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur), Dr. Krithika Rangarajan (AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi)), Prof. Pushpendra P. Singh (AI CoE Agriculture, Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar), Prof. S Neethi (AI CoE Education, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras), and Rahul Singh (AI CoE Health, Foundation for Science, Innovation and Development, IISc Bangalore).

The conversation focused on moving beyond pilots to scalable deployments - integrating into precision , water resource management, climate resilience, , and smart systems.

At Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar, our mission is clear: transform cutting-edge AI research into field-ready, farmer-centric, and water-smart solutions that create measurable impact on the ground. ๐ŸŒฑ

Aligned with the vision of โ€œWelfare for All, Happiness of All,โ€ we continue to build a collaborative of , , , and to scale responsible .

๐ŸŒฑ The future of lies in impact, inclusion, and .

Letโ€™s accelerate it - together ๐Ÿš€โœจ

Prof. Rajeev Ahuja, Director, The Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, to Lead and Deliver at India AI Impact Summit 20...
17/02/2026

Prof. Rajeev Ahuja, Director, The Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, to Lead and Deliver at India AI Impact Summit 2026 โœจ

The Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar is proud to share that Prof. Rajeev Ahuja will be leading and delivering across multiple high-impact sessions at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, contributing to critical national and global conversations on for public good.

As part of the : Advancing Responsible for dialogue - hosted by ANNAM.AI, IIT Ropar, in collaboration with the Embassy of Israel In India and Reichman University - Prof. Ahuja will help shape discussions on responsible, scalable, and mission-driven AI .

๐Ÿ“ 16 February 2026 | 5:30 PM โ€“ 6:30 PM IST

๐Ÿ“ Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

๐Ÿ”— Register at: www.impact.indiaai.gov.in

Key Themes Across Sessions:

โœ” Scaling responsible AI for

โœ” Strengthening partnerships

โœ” Advancing public-good deployment

โœ” Driving agricultural transformation

โœ” Building global AI rooted in ethics and impact

Distinguished global leaders joining the dialogue include representatives from Israelโ€™s Public Employment Service, Zvi Meitar Institute, seafund, Salesforce, The Circle: Founders Club, and senior leadership from Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar and iHub-AWaDH at IIT Ropar.

Through multi-session leadership at India AI Impact Summit 2026, Prof. Rajeev Ahuja and Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar reaffirm their commitment to advancing Responsible AI that bridges , , and drives inclusive .

Join us as we shape the future of for People, Planet, and Progress.

๐Ÿš€ India AI Impact Summit 2026 | People โ€ข Planet โ€ข Progress โœจThe future of   isnโ€™t just being imagined - itโ€™s being shape...
17/02/2026

๐Ÿš€ India AI Impact Summit 2026 | People โ€ข Planet โ€ข Progress โœจ

The future of isnโ€™t just being imagined - itโ€™s being shaped with purpose.

At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, , , , and from across the globe will come together to explore how can drive inclusive growth, responsible , and development.

From advancing Responsible AI for at the Agri AI Global Summit (India-Israel) to empowering the next generation of through the India-Korea collaboration, the conversations are designed to move beyond ideas into real-world impact.

The Indo-Canadian Symposium on AI for Food, Energy & will spotlight cross-border innovation, while the AI Centers of Excellence (AI-CoE) session will chart a roadmap for transformative change across , , , and Sustainable Cities.

This is more than a summit.

It is a convergence of visionaries committed to harnessing AI for humanity.

Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar is proud to be part of this national movement - strengthening , accelerating innovation , and ensuring that India leads with responsibility and resilience in the AI era.

๐Ÿ“ Bharat Mandapam

๐Ÿ“… February 16โ€“17, 2026

๐Ÿ”— impact.indiaai.gov.in

Letโ€™s build an AI-powered future that serves society, sustains the planet, and inspires progress.

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