This partnership between IIT Kanpur and AVPL International marks a step forward in leveraging technology to meet agricultural needs, promising innovative solutions for farmers globally
In a significant move to enhance agricultural practices, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has partnered with AVPL International, an agri-drone company based in Gurugram, to develop advanced drones specifically designed for agriculture. This collaboration aims to address the challenges faced by large-scale farmers in India and countries like Australia, Austria, and various European nations.
The partnership was formalised with a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by Professor Tarun Gupta, Dean of Research and Development at IIT Kanpur, and Preet Sandhuu, Founder and Chairman of AVPL International. The research will be conducted jointly with the Signal Processing in Networking (Spin) Laboratory at the Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Kanpur, under the guidance of Professor Ketan Rajawat.
“This partnership will harness drone technology for tackling agricultural hurdles such as seed broadcasting and agrochemical spraying, elaborating on the multifaceted benefits of drones as a cost-effective and versatile tool,” said Professor Gupta during the signing ceremony.
Preet Sandhuu expressed optimism about the collaboration, highlighting IIT Kanpur’s history of pioneering research. “Leveraging the extensive heritage of pioneering research at IIT Kanpur, we aim to develop drone solutions that will not only fulfil but surpass the advancing demands of agriculture globally,” he stated.
Himanshu Sharma, CEO of AVPL International, emphasized the broader impact of this initiative. He noted that the collaboration would result in drones that significantly enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability worldwide.
This partnership between IIT Kanpur and AVPL International marks a step forward in leveraging technology to meet agricultural needs, promising innovative solutions for farmers globally.