New Delhi, November 6: The Indian Air Force’s Software Development Institute (SDI) has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with IIT Madras and IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation for the joint design and development of an indigenous digital communication system for airborne applications.
The agreement was signed by Air Vice Marshal Sarabjit Singh, Commandant, SDI, and Dr M.J. Shankar Raman, CEO of IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation, in the presence of IIT Madras Director Prof. V. Kamakoti.
Under the collaboration, the IAF, IIT Madras and IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation will work jointly on advanced algorithms for communication systems and networking.
The proposed indigenous system is aimed at reducing dependence on imported technologies and improving the operational efficiency of the Indian Air Force.
The initiative is also aligned with the Centre’s Atmanirbhar Bharat vision of promoting indigenous technological capabilities and strengthening self-reliance in defence.
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