Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!🌟 Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. JAMMU: Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) was pleased to have its representation at the Industry–Academia Interaction organised by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu, as part of the institute's initiative to establish a dedicated School of Robotics and Physical Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Mr. Manik Batra, Chairman, ASSOCHAM J&K Council and Director, Batra Group, was invited to participate in the interaction and share the industry's perspective on the evolving technological landscape, industry requirements and opportunities for collaboration between academia and industry.
The interaction focused on developing a strong industry-connected academic and research ecosystem for the proposed School of Robotics and Physical AI. Discussions covered its vision, academic framework, research priorities and the growing expectations of industries from emerging technologies in robotics, automation and physical AI.
Key areas of deliberation included opportunities for industry collaboration in research and innovation, internship programmes, skill development, industry-sponsored projects and the identification of immediate collaborative initiatives. Participants also discussed the need to develop a structured roadmap for sustained industry engagement to ensure that academic learning and research remain aligned with real-world industrial requirements.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Manik Batra emphasised the importance of bridging the gap between academic research and industrial applications. He highlighted that closer industry–academia partnerships would play a crucial role in developing future-ready talent, promoting innovation and accelerating the adoption of emerging technologies.
His participation provided an important platform to articulate industry expectations and explore avenues for meaningful collaboration with IIT Jammu in the rapidly advancing domains of Robotics and Physical AI.
ASSOCHAM remains committed to facilitating stronger partnerships between industry, academic institutions and research organisations, with the objective of promoting innovation, technological advancement, entrepreneurship and sustainable industrial growth in Jammu and Kashmir.
