ARTPARK, India’s First Robotics Park Is a Gateway to Robotics Innovation

Nestled within the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) campus in Bengaluru, ARTPARK is a game-changer, bringing a wave of new technology to India. Established in 2020, under the visionary leadership of Raghuram Dharmaraju, ARTPARK is all about harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics solutions to address pressing societal challenges. Empowering Innovation: At its core, ARTPARK serves as a dynamic convergence point for startups, industry stalwarts, researchers, government entities, and non-profit organizations, fostering a collaborative environment conducive to groundbreaking discoveries. With a robust seed funding of Rs 230 crore from the Centre's department of science and technology and the Karnataka government, ARTPARK embarks on a mission to pioneer critical technologies, reduce India's import dependency, and catalyze AI-driven solutions for the nation's most pressing issues. Revolutionizing Sectors: From industrial automation to healthcare and agriculture, ARTPARK's innovation initiatives cover diverse sectors, promising transformative outcomes and functional benefits. Noteworthy among its physical platforms is the ARTgarage, a cutting-edge manufacturing and testing facility, serving as a crucible for developing autonomous intelligent systems tailored for various applications. Impactful Initiatives: One Health & Climate, a digital platform within ARTPARK, has left an indelible mark with its dengue dashboard, revolutionizing public health surveillance and analytics. Spearheaded by Bhaskar Rajakumar, this initiative has positively impacted millions of lives, exemplifying ARTPARK's commitment to leveraging technology for societal good. Breaking Language Barriers: In its pursuit of inclusivity, ARTPARK endeavors to transcend language barriers through pioneering language data and AI initiatives. Led by Prasanta Kumar Ghosh, the language data and AI initiative at ARTPARK includes projects like SYSPIN and RESPIN. It aims to make digital India more accessible and inclusive, empowering individuals across linguistic diversity. Facilitating Startups: ARTPARK's startup programs serve as launchpads for aspiring entrepreneurs, facilitating the transition from laboratory innovations to market-ready solutions. The ARTPARK Innovation Challenge 2024 offers substantial funding and support to startups in AI, robotics, and autonomous systems, catalyzing innovation-driven entrepreneurship and addressing critical industry and societal challenges. As India propels towards a future defined by technological innovation and inclusive growth, ARTPARK stands at the forefront, blazing a trail of unprecedented possibilities.