JAMMU: ASSOCHAM participated in an Industry–Academia Interaction organised by IIT Jammu as part of the institute’s initiative to establish a dedicated School of Robotics and Physical Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Manik Batra, Chairman, ASSOCHAM J&K Council and Director of Batra Group, represented the industry and shared insights on emerging technologies, industry requirements and opportunities for collaboration with academic institutions.
The interaction focused on building an industry-connected academic and research ecosystem, with discussions covering research and innovation, internships, skill development, industry-sponsored projects and collaborative initiatives in robotics, automation and Physical AI.
Speaking on the occasion, Batra stressed the need to bridge the gap between academic research and industrial applications. He highlighted that stronger partnerships between industry and academia are essential for nurturing future-ready talent, encouraging innovation and accelerating the adoption of emerging technologies.
ASSOCHAM reiterated its commitment to strengthening partnerships between industries, academic institutions and research organisations to promote technological advancement, entrepreneurship and sustainable industrial growth in Jammu and Kashmir.
