Srinagar: In a significant development for the region’s technological landscape, Greenovator Incubation Foundation, NIT Srinagar and Chinar Quantum AI convened a high-level meeting to accelerate efforts to launch Jammu and Kashmir’s first satellite. The event, held at the Greenovator Incubation Foundation Conference Room at NIT Srinagar, saw leading industry leaders, innovators and academia discuss startup ecosystems and advancements in satellite technology. Leaders of Greenovator Incubation Foundation, NIT Srinagar and Chinar Quantum AI at a high-level meeting at NIT Srinagar on August 16, 2024
Dr Saad Parvez, Principal Investigator, GreenInnovator Incubation Foundation, opened the forum by highlighting the role of core business values such as attitude, trust, commitment and determination in fostering innovation and operational excellence in organizations.
Professor MA Shah, a distinguished academic, urged stakeholders to adopt a strategic shift towards emerging technologies, advising professionals and students to embrace new advancements to remain competitive in the fast-evolving market. His call to action, emphasizing the critical importance of bridging traditional industries with cutting-edge technology, resonated with the audience.
A highlight of the session was Dr Rukhsan Ul Haq, founder of Kashmiri Institute of Mathematical Sciences, who shared his inspiring journey from Kashmir to IBM Quantum. Dr Haque’s presentation will shed light on Chinar Quantum AI’s ongoing efforts to address the skills gap in the region, offering comprehensive training programs to equip students and professionals with the knowledge needed to thrive in the quantum technology space.
Shahid Abbas Mir, CEO of Greenovator Incubation Foundation, reinforced the central role that entrepreneurship and innovation play in driving regional economic growth, especially in the context of technological advancement. His insights provided a platform for a broader discussion on how Jammu and Kashmir can emerge as a hub of innovation in the space industry.
Adding to the technical discussions, Dr K Gopalakrishnan, Project Director of the 75-satellite consortium mission, gave an in-depth overview of small satellite technology. He explained how government initiatives are paving the way for India to become a global leader in satellite innovation. His insights into Space Age 2.0 sparked excitement about the transformative potential of satellite technology in the region.
Nikhil Riaz, Founder and CEO of Hexia Pvt Ltd provided a hands-on demonstration of the fully operational satellite developed by the Indian Technology Congress Association (ITCA). He gave detailed descriptions of satellite components such as CANSats and PCB boards, giving attendees a glimpse into the technical intricacies of satellite development.
The event featured dynamic discussions led by Ms. Ifra Sheikh of Chinar Quantum AI, who moderated a panel of industry experts, addressing the challenges and opportunities ahead for startups in the space sector. Ms. Inbisat Yusuf, a final year postgraduate scholar and Chinar Quantum AI’s University Outreach Ambassador shared her experiences as a representative of UNISEC India, emphasizing the importance of international collaboration in space education.
Special thanks were given to Prof. A. Ravinder Nath, Director, NIT Srinagar and Chairman, Greenovator Incubation Foundation for his leadership in organizing the program and driving the vision.
The meeting concluded with a discussion on future collaborations between Greenovator Incubation Foundation, Chinar Quantum AI and ITCA. The trio is all set to spearhead efforts to launch Jammu and Kashmir’s first satellite, a project that promises to mark a milestone in the region’s entrepreneurial and technological journey.