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A high-level DPIIT delegation led by Secretary Amardeep Singh Bhatia visited Bengaluru to strengthen India’s deep-tech ecosystem. The team engaged with startups at the K-tech Nasscom Centre and reviewed progress on the Tumakuru Industrial Area. L&T assured timely infrastructure completion to attract investments in electronics and clean energy. The visit also included tours of Foxconn and aerospace facilities to boost advanced manufacturing.

Key Points: DPIIT Secretary Amardeep Singh Bhatia Visits Bengaluru to Boost Deep-Tech Innovation

  • DPIIT delegation explores IoT and AI innovation at K-tech Nasscom Centre
  • Tumakuru Industrial Area progress reviewed for electronics and clean-tech investments
  • L&T commits to fast-track infrastructure for land allotment by year-end
  • Foxconn and aerospace SEZ visits highlight India’s manufacturing potential
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DPIIT ieam visits Bengaluru to boost IoT and Deep-Tech innovation

DPIIT delegation reviews Tumakuru Industrial Area and engages with startups to accelerate IoT, AI, and aerospace investments in Bengaluru.

"We must align industrial infrastructure with India’s deep-tech ecosystem to drive future-ready manufacturing – DPIIT Secretary Amardeep Singh Bhatia"

Bengaluru, Aug 3

In a bid to strengthen India’s position as a global hub for high-tech manufacturing and innovation, a high-level delegation, led by Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Secretary Amardeep Singh Bhatia, visited Bengaluru to engage with startups and review progress on the Tumakuru Industrial Area - one of the flagship projects under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP), an official statement said on Sunday.

A Commerce Ministry press release said that the delegation visited the K-tech MeitY Nasscom Centre of Excellence for IoT & AI, with an aim to engage with startups and incubation leaders, gain insights into the local innovation ecosystem, and identify opportunities for policy support to accelerate growth.

The centre, India’s largest deep tech innovation hub, connects startups, innovators, enterprises, academia, and government to solve real-world challenges using cutting-edge technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT), AI, Data Science, Big Data, Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Machine Learning, and Robotics.

The visit aimed to align industrial infrastructure with India’s growing deep-tech ecosystem, encourage policy support, and accelerate investment in cutting-edge sectors such as aerospace, electronics, clean tech, and logistics, according to the ministry statement.

The delegation interacted with startup founders and incubation managers to explore how these technologies can drive the future of manufacturing, logistics, and urban solutions.

Following the Investors Roundtable Conference in Bengaluru, Bhatia undertook a detailed review of the Tumakuru Industrial Area, a flagship project under the NICDP.

The Secretary examined key milestones, including Phase A development covering 1,736 acres, progress on internal roads, drainage, and utility corridors, and initiatives to support investors.

During the meeting with Larsen and Toubro (L&T), the EPC contractor, and other stakeholders for the project, L&T assured the officials that they will speed up the work and finish key tasks on time so as to ensure that land allotment to Industries is started by the year-end, the filing said.

In order to guarantee that Tumakuru Industrial Area draws both domestic and foreign investment in industries like electronics, automotive, clean technology, and logistics, Bhatia urged all stakeholders to adhere to the highest quality standards and meet planned targets on time.

The delegation also visited Foxconn Hon Hai Technology India Mega Development Pvt. Ltd. and the Devanahalli Aerospace Special Economic Zone (SEZ), followed by a tour of Dynamatic Technologies, a leading manufacturer of aerospace components, as per the Ministry.

The walkthrough provided insights into advanced manufacturing capabilities, precision engineering, and India’s evolving role in the global aerospace supply chain.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
While this is promising, I hope they don't forget about supporting startups in other cities too. Hyderabad, Pune and Chennai also have great tech ecosystems that need attention. Development shouldn't be Bengaluru-centric.
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Arjun K
The Tumakuru Industrial Area project is crucial for balanced regional development. But government must ensure proper infrastructure - roads, water, electricity - before inviting investments. Otherwise it will be another half-baked project.
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Sarah B
As someone working in Bengaluru's tech sector, I'm excited about the focus on deep-tech. But we need more skilled engineers in AI/ML. Colleges should update their curriculum to match industry needs.
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Karthik V
Foxconn and aerospace SEZ visits show serious intent. If executed well, this can reduce our dependence on Chinese manufacturing. Jai Hind! 🙏
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Nisha Z
Hope they maintain transparency in land allotment. Too many industrial projects get delayed due to bureaucratic hurdles and corruption. Strict timelines are good, but quality shouldn't be compromised.

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