The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), through the Telecom Centre of Excellence (TCOE), has launched its third and final outreach programme for the Sangam: Digital Twin initiative.
The event was hosted at the International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Hyderabad brought together leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from various sectors to explore the diverse applications and implications of the Sangam Digital Twin initiative. Building upon the momentum generated by previous events at Delhi and Bangalore, the Hyderabad programme featured deliberations primarily focused on the expertise and technological developments undertaken by the industry and startup eco-system in India, that may be retrofitted to achieve the goals of Digital Twin initiative.
During his virtual address, Dr Neeraj Mittal, secretary (T), DoT, highlighted the convergence of major tech players, startups, and talent in the area, and underscored the programme’s aim to explore cutting-edge solutions for integrated infrastructure planning and execution through Digital Twin technologies. The secretary also drew attention to the significance of Hyderabad as a burgeoning technical hub.
Mittal articulated the need for large-scale deployment of digital twins across diverse sectors, illustrating with an example of aligning road construction with environmental considerations. Additionally, he stressed on the importance of staying ahead in the digital landscape and invited collaboration to realise this ambitious vision.
Meanwhile, Prof Naryanan P J, director, IIIT Hyderabad, highlighted the transformative impact of computing and communication technologies on society, emphasising the ubiquitous use of mobile devices and the importance of communication infrastructure like 3G, 4G, 5G, and now 6G. Noting the significance of digital twin technology for cities and nations, he emphasised the interconnectedness of communication and computation. He explained the capabilities of IIIT Hyderabad in artificial intelligence and machine learning and also extended an invitation to an upcoming R&D showcase event.
All three outreach programmes have concluded ahead of the last date for submission of expressions of interest (EoI) on March 15, 2024.
