Nokia has announced a strategic partnership with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) to focus on research and development of 6G technology in India. The partnership will be centered around Nokia’s recently opened 6G Lab in Bangalore, where the two companies will research 6G wireless technology, architecture, machine learning and 6G air interface integration, the statement said.
The telecom equipment manufacturer said the joint effort aims to make a significant contribution to the 6G technology and standards ecosystem, with special focus on developing use cases related to India’s social needs.
Research primarily focuses on building sustainable and energy-efficient communication systems, strengthening the resilience and reliability of network infrastructure for critical communications, and using AI to improve access to road safety, healthcare, and education. Focus on the utilization of.
The company believes that this initiative will play a key role in shaping the future of mobile infrastructure to address the challenges faced by populous developing countries like India, while also being prominent in the global 6G ecosystem. He emphasized that he is expected to make a significant contribution.
Nishant Batra, Nokia’s Chief Strategy and Technology Officer, said: And by exploring his 6G use cases specific to India, we will ensure that 6G addresses the unique needs of the subcontinent. ”
India aims to establish itself in the telecom sector by promoting the concept ofBharat 6G Vision. ” This vision aims to establish India as a major player in the design, development and deployment of his 6G technology. Nokia said the partnership with IISc is an important step towards achieving this goal and is the first collaboration to emerge from Nokia’s 6G Lab in Bengaluru, which opened in October 2023 as part of its Global Research and Development Center. Ta.
“IISc is very honored to contribute to India’s mission to be at the forefront of designing, developing and deploying 6G technology by 2030, as envisaged in the Bharat 6G Vision document announced by the Prime Minister of India. I think so,” said the IISc director.Professor Govindan Rangarajan.
