IIT Kharagpur launches Rs 15 cr AI centre for mining innovation
Indian Express·4h ago·Positivity
What Happened
IIT Kharagpur launched the Vikram Sodhi Centre of Excellence on April 16 with Rs 15 crore funding over five years. The interdisciplinary research hub develops AI solutions for Indian geological and mining conditions. It combines geology, mining engineering, metallurgy, AI, and data science to address digital transformation gaps in mining sector.
Key Entities
IIT KharagpurVikram Sodhi Centre of ExcellenceRs 15 croreVikram SodhiMineros SASun Valley InvestmentsAIMining Systems