Chitkara University Receives Prestigious Funding for AI-Smart Farming Project
Chitkara University has achieved a remarkable milestone, with its innovative project, “AI-Smart Farming using IoT and GIS,” receiving funding from IIT Ropar. The project, submitted by the Department of Interdisciplinary Courses in Engineering (DICE), was selected among numerous submissions from across India and recognised as one of the top four projects for its groundbreaking approach to smart farming.
The prestigious honour was awarded at IIT Ropar in the presence of Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Pro-Chancellor, Chitkara University. Dr. Rajneesh Talwar, Dean, and Dr. Manvinder Sharma, Associate Professor, DICE, received the award, which was presented by Sh. Keshav Hingonia, IAS, Punjab, and Dr. Jatinder Kaur Arora, Former Executive Director, PSCST.
This recognition underscores Chitkara University’s dedication to research, innovation, and technological advancements in the field of agriculture and sustainability. The AI-Smart Farming project integrates cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to enhance precision farming, optimise resource utilisation, and improve overall agricultural productivity.
With the increasing global focus on sustainable farming solutions, this project aligns with India’s vision for agritech-driven growth and contributes to strengthening the country’s startup ecosystem in agriculture. By leveraging AI-powered insights and real-time data analytics, the project aims to revolutionise traditional farming methods, ensuring greater efficiency and sustainability.
Chitkara University continues to push the boundaries of deep-tech innovation, fostering industry-academic collaborations and empowering researchers to drive meaningful change. This achievement reaffirms the university’s position as a leader in pioneering research that bridges technology and real-world applications.
The university extends its gratitude to IIT Ropar for the recognition and remains committed to developing transformative research initiatives that contribute to agricultural advancements, sustainability, and economic growth.
This funding marks a significant step forward in Chitkara University’s ongoing mission to lead the way in research, innovation, and impact-driven education, ensuring a brighter, technology-driven future for the agricultural sector.
