iDEX-DIO EdCIL SIGN MoU UNDER ASPIRE PROGRAM
Why in News?
- iDEX-DIO and EdCIL (India) Ltd have signed an MoU to co-develop dual-use technologies (civilian + defence) under a new initiative called ASPIRE (Accelerating Strategic Progress in Research and Education).
- The initiative aims to merge defence innovation with educational technology to boost Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
KEY STAKEHOLDERS
ASPIRE PROGRAM: KEY HIGHLIGHTS
ABOUT iDEX-DIO (DEFENCE INNOVATION ORGANISATION)
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Over 650 start-ups and MSMEs engaged
- Procurement clearances worth ₹3,250+ crore (50 products)
- Procurement orders worth ₹1,652 crore placed (36 products)
- Significance:
- Acts as bridge between military needs & civilian innovation.
ABOUT EdCIL (INDIA) LTD
SIGNIFICANCE OF MoU
- Promotes dual-use technology development (defence + civilian).
- Extends the iDEX innovation model to non-defence sectors, especially education.
- Utilises India’s vibrant start-up ecosystem to solve critical national challenges.
- Supports Aatmanirbhar Bharat by encouraging indigenous R&D and reducing import dependence.
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