Latest News | Kia India Ties Up with IIT-Tirupati to Promote Research-led Innovation
Get latest articles and stories on Latest News at LatestLY. Kia India on Friday said it has tied up with the Indian Institute of Technology, Tirupati, to promote research-led innovation and nurture future-ready talent in the fields of automotive and industrial engineering.
New Delhi, May 9 (PTI) Kia India on Friday said it has tied up with the Indian Institute of Technology, Tirupati, to promote research-led innovation and nurture future-ready talent in the fields of automotive and industrial engineering.
As a part of the partnership, the automaker has committed an investment of Rs 35 crore over a five-year period (2025–29) to support academic infrastructure, collaborative research programmes, and student development initiatives at IIT-Tirupati.
The collaboration aims to establish the institution as a prominent centre of excellence in advanced manufacturing, electric mobility, and sustainable automotive technologies, Kia India said in a statement.
"This partnership is not merely the signing of an MoU -- it is the coming together of shared values and a unified vision for the future of mobility and engineering in India," Kia India MD and CEO Gwanggu Lee said.
By joining forces with IIT-Tirupati, the automaker aims to nurture highly skilled engineers and technologists, equipped to lead advancements in sustainable mobility and industrial manufacturing, he added.
IIT-Tirupati Director KN Satyanarayana said the initiative will provide students with exposure to global industry practices, learning opportunities, and advanced infrastructure.
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