Karnataka has launched India’s first State-led Centre of Excellence for Space Technology (CoE SpaceTech Foundation) in Bengaluru to strengthen the country’s growing spacetech ecosystem and support commercial space innovation.
The initiative has been set up by the Karnataka government through the Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society in collaboration with SIA-India.
The centre will focus on advanced research in space technologies, industry-focused training, talent development, startup incubation and cross-sector applications of spacetech solutions.
Speaking at the launch, Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge said the goal is to build an ecosystem where innovation can translate into real-world applications, economic growth and high-quality jobs.
He also highlighted the need for common technical infrastructure and said the government will hold consultations with industry stakeholders to align the centre’s capabilities with industry needs.
The CoE has signed strategic MoUs with Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Helogen Corporation, Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises, Dassault Systèmes and Idea Baaz.
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According to the state government, the initiative aims to bridge the gap between research and market-ready solutions, helping Indian companies scale faster in the global space economy.