Electronics Tech for Hyperloop to be Developed at ICF Chennai
17 Mar 2025
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CW Team
Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Information Technology, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, has announced that electronics component technology for India’s Hyperloop project will be developed at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai. The Minister made this declaration following his visit to the Hyperloop testing facility at IIT Madras Discovery Campus, where he witnessed a live demonstration of the revolutionary transportation technology.
Key Highlights from the Visit
The 410-metre-long Hyperloop test tube at IIT Madras is the longest in Asia, marking a significant milestone in the country’s pursuit of futuristic transportation solutions.
Indigenous Technology Development
The entire Hyperloop testing system has been developed using indigenous technologies. The Minister lauded young innovators for their contributions, expressing confidence that India will soon be ready for Hyperloop transportation.
ICF Chennai to Drive Electronics Innovation
The Railway Ministry has extended financial and technical support to the Hyperloop project.
Electronics technology for the Hyperloop will now be developed at ICF Chennai, leveraging the highly skilled experts responsible for large electronics systems in Vande Bharat high-speed trains.
Recognition for Innovators
The Minister congratulated the young innovators of IIT Madras and Avishkar Hyperloop, acknowledging their successful testing efforts.
Focus on India’s Technological Future
Following the Hyperloop demonstration, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw visited the IIT Madras campus in Guindy, where he explored the Open House 2025 exhibition, organised by the IIT Centre for Innovation.
Key Takeaways from the Minister’s Interaction with Students & Innovators:
India is emerging as a global leader in technology, particularly in data science, artificial intelligence, and semiconductors.
The country has the largest pool of skilled youth, who will play a pivotal role in driving India’s development.
Five semiconductor facilities are already operational, and India’s first indigenous semiconductor will be launched by year-end.
The Minister honoured winners of the innovation competition and encouraged students to continue their groundbreaking research.
Dr. Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras, was also present at the event, reinforcing India’s commitment to technological excellence and self-reliance.
With these bold initiatives, India is taking significant strides towards next-generation transportation and technology innovation
Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Information Technology, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, has announced that electronics component technology for India’s Hyperloop project will be developed at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai. The Minister made this declaration following his visit to the Hyperloop testing facility at IIT Madras Discovery Campus, where he witnessed a live demonstration of the revolutionary transportation technology.
Key Highlights from the Visit
The 410-metre-long Hyperloop test tube at IIT Madras is the longest in Asia, marking a significant milestone in the country’s pursuit of futuristic transportation solutions.
Indigenous Technology Development
The entire Hyperloop testing system has been developed using indigenous technologies. The Minister lauded young innovators for their contributions, expressing confidence that India will soon be ready for Hyperloop transportation.
ICF Chennai to Drive Electronics Innovation
The Railway Ministry has extended financial and technical support to the Hyperloop project.
Electronics technology for the Hyperloop will now be developed at ICF Chennai, leveraging the highly skilled experts responsible for large electronics systems in Vande Bharat high-speed trains.
Recognition for Innovators
The Minister congratulated the young innovators of IIT Madras and Avishkar Hyperloop, acknowledging their successful testing efforts.
Focus on India’s Technological Future
Following the Hyperloop demonstration, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw visited the IIT Madras campus in Guindy, where he explored the Open House 2025 exhibition, organised by the IIT Centre for Innovation.
Key Takeaways from the Minister’s Interaction with Students & Innovators:
India is emerging as a global leader in technology, particularly in data science, artificial intelligence, and semiconductors.
The country has the largest pool of skilled youth, who will play a pivotal role in driving India’s development.
Five semiconductor facilities are already operational, and India’s first indigenous semiconductor will be launched by year-end.
The Minister honoured winners of the innovation competition and encouraged students to continue their groundbreaking research.
Dr. Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras, was also present at the event, reinforcing India’s commitment to technological excellence and self-reliance.
With these bold initiatives, India is taking significant strides towards next-generation transportation and technology innovation
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