Leads Agri Genetics Launches India’s 1st Privately-Owned Integrated CoE for Cattle & Plant Genomics

• Leads Agri Genetics initiative is a giant leap in advancing India’s agricultural biotechnology and livestock genomics capabilities.
• The Centre of Excellence (CoE) and laboratory will have a full-stack genomics service platform designed exclusively for the agri-genomics and agricultural biotechnology sector.

Leads Agri Genetics, a wholly owned subsidiary of Leads Connect launched India’s first privately-owned Integrated Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Cattle and Plant Genomics Laboratory in Greater Noida. This landmark initiative is a giant leap by Leads Connect in advancing India’s agricultural biotechnology and livestock genomics capabilities. Leads Agri Genetics is also the first Indian private company to have imported the Gir embryos - genetic material from Brazil to India under Breed Improvement Program.

The new centre was inaugurated by Mr. Ghanshyam Khandelwal, Chairman, BL Agro, India’s leading FMCG brand and the holding company of Leads Connect. The Centre of Excellence (CoE) aims to catapult India at the forefront of global agri-genomics research and innovation. The newly launched Leads Agri Genetics Lab will have a full-stack genomics service platform that is designed exclusively for the agri-genomics and agricultural biotechnology sector.

Shri Ghanshyam Khandelwal, Chairman of BL Agro Group, addressed the media during the launch event, expressing his strong support for government initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of farmers. He emphasized the importance of genomics studies in enhancing agricultural productivity and yield. He said, such advancements will not only benefit the farming community but also contribute to the overall well-being of society.

Speaking on the inauguration, Navneet Ravikar, Group Chairman & Managing Director, Leads Connect Services said, “Indian agriculture is at an inflection point. Sustainability, climate challenges and pressure on higher yields are stressing the resources thin for our farmers. Our newly inaugurated Centre of Excellence for Cattle and Plant Genomics Laboratory is a landmark step towards self-reliance in agricultural biotechnology. With world-class genomic capabilities, we aim to empower India’s researchers, breeders, and farmers to innovate faster, build resilience, and create a sustainable future for agriculture.”

Leads Agri Genetics Centre of Excellence in Greater Noida

Leads Agri Genetics Centre of Excellence in Greater Noida 

Industry veteran with over two decades of experience Dr. Ashish Dubey is the Chief Business Officer of Integrated Centre of Excellence for Cattle and Plant Genomics Laboratory. Dr. Dubey, who also co-founded Redcliffe Labs, India’s fourth-largest diagnostics laboratory, is an expert in genomics projects spanning agriculture, human health, and diagnostics will strengthen the lab’s mission to advance genetic diversity research and genomic selection in cattle and crops.

“Genomics has transformed global science in the last decade, and agriculture stands to benefit immensely. At Leads Agri Genetics, our focus is on delivering end-to-end genomics solutions—from trait discovery to breeding acceleration—that directly impact productivity, sustainability, and food security,” said Dr. Ashish Dubey, CBO, Leads Agri Genetics.

Genomics has evolved over the decade exponentially due to its affordability and immense usage across the species including humans, plants and animals. After the Human Genome Project in 2003, there has been a paradigm shift in the field of research. The outcome from Genomics using Genomics selection in cattle and trait improvement in plants has been the biggest success stories with new GM Crops to BT cotton, and ultimately helping humankind for the sustainable and safer future.

By integrating world-class sequencing, genotyping, and bioinformatics, the lab empowers crop, livestock, and microbial researchers to accelerate trait discovery, breeding, and innovation with unmatched precision. The laboratory houses a cutting-edge suite of instruments including Illumina IScan for high-throughput SNP genotyping, NovaSeq for deep resequencing, PacBio and Oxford Nanopore for long-read assembly and structural variation analysis, and 10X Chromium for linked-read and single-cell assays. Together, this unique technology stack enables discovery across the full spectrum of genetic variation—from single nucleotide changes to complex structural rearrangements and haplotype phasing.

With access to multiple complementary sequencing and genotyping platforms, the Leads Agri Genetics Lab offers unmatched versatility, completeness, and customization. From comprehensive variant discovery and trait mapping to high-quality reference genome assembly and advanced transcriptomics, the lab is equipped to address challenges across crops, livestock, pests, and microbiomes—including non-model and polyploid species.

About Leads Agri-Genetics Pvt Ltd

Leads Agri-Genetics Pvt Ltd, a part of the renowned BL Agro Group, is advancing agriculture through Genetic Innovation. It is a pioneering force in agri-genomics, leveraging cutting-edge genetic research to revolutionize both animal and plant agriculture. By integrating advanced DNA sequencing, precision breeding, and data-driven genomic selection, the company aims to transform the way food is produced- ensuring higher yields, improved quality, and greater adaptability to climate change.

By bridging science and practical application, we empower farmers, agribusinesses, and research institutions to unlock the full potential of genetics in agriculture. Through continuous research, innovation, and collaboration, our company is driving a more resilient, productive, a n d sustainable agricultural future.

About Leads Connect Services

Leads Connect Services Pvt. Ltd. is a leading agri-tech, data-driven risk management, and financial services company committed to empowering rural, semi-urban, and urban economies within the agri-management ecosystem. By integrating cutting-edge technology with deep domain expertise, the company offers customized solutions spanning crop monitoring, risk analytics, and financial inclusion.

Its portfolio includes advanced agri-risk management services, such as automated identification of sowing and harvesting windows, crop phenology dynamics, acreage assessment, crop health and damage assessment, and yield modeling. The company has also developed an innovative framework to generate agri-credit scores, strengthening access to formal finance for farmers and agri-stakeholders.

Adani’s Manorview Developers to Build Paytm’s IT Complex in Noida

Adani Group's Manorview Developers will develop IT and ITes complex of fintech firm One97 Communications, which owns Paytm brand, in Noida, the company said in a regulatory filing.

Here's a detailed breakdown of the latest development involving Adani Group and Paytm:

Project Overview

• Developer: Manorview Developers Pvt Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Adani Infrastructure and Developers.
• Client: One97 Communications Ltd, the parent company of Paytm.
• Location: Sector 159, Noida.
• Size: 10-acre plot allotted by the Noida Authority in 2018.
• Purpose: Construction of an advanced IT and IT-enabled services (ITES) complex to support Paytm’s long-term tech operations.

Shift in Development Strategy

• Original Plan: Paytm had entered a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) with ACE Builders and Promoters in January 2024.
• ACE was expected to raise capital and lead the development.
• Why the Change?: The JDA with ACE Builders was scrapped due to non-compliance with Noida rules and byelaws.
• New Approach: Paytm will now develop the project independently, appointing Manorview Developers as the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor.

Strategic Implications

• Signals Paytm’s commitment to expanding its tech infrastructure.
• Strengthens Adani Group’s footprint in digital infrastructure and fintech collaboration.
• Expected to boost local employment and contribute to Noida’s growing tech ecosystem.

India’s fintech infra is maturing from fragmented innovation to institutional-grade development, with players like Adani entering the fray. Paytm’s move signals a shift from startup-style agility to enterprise-grade infrastructure, aligning with global fintech maturity trends. Adani’s involvement could catalyze more private-sector participation in fintech infra, especially in Tier-1 cities.

Tata Power and Noida Int'l Airport Ink MoU for Smart Energy Infrastructure

Tata Power has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Noida International Airport (NIA) to develop a smart energy infrastructure. This partnership aims to make NIA one of India's most eco-friendly airports by integrating renewable energy into its operations.

Tata Power Trading Company Ltd. (TPTCL) will be at the forefront of this partnership, managing the complete renewable energy portfolio interface, and ensuring NIA’s clean energy needs are met through a comprehensive Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). Under this arrangement, TPTCL will supply 10.8 MW of wind power for NIA, with secured assets from Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd. (TPREL).

TPREL will also develop, operate, and maintain a 13 MW onsite solar power capacity to contribute to the airport’s overall energy needs. Together, TPREL’s wind and solar installations will supply the airport’s sustainable power needs, underscoring Tata Power’s dedication to building sustainable airport infrastructure.

The total investment is Rs 550 crore (approximately $66 million).

The agreement spans 25 years, covering the development, operation, and maintenance of the energy infrastructure.

The collaboration aims to support the development of Net Zero Airports, catering to millions of passengers while accelerating India's path towards a greener future.

This partnership showcases Tata Power's commitment to sustainable energy solutions and NIA's vision for environmentally conscious airport operations.

The first phase of NIA, featuring one runway and one terminal, will have the capacity to handle traffic of 12 million passengers annually. Upon completion of all four development phases, the airport will be able to cater to 70 million passengers per year.

NIA is expected to become India's largest airport and one of the largest in the world upon completion. It will also serve as a significant connection point in the Asia Pacific region.

Apart from the recent partnership with Noida International Airport, Tata Power has been involved in several other airport projects to provide sustainable energy solutions. Tata Power has been supplying renewable energy to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai, helping the airport reduce its carbon footprint.

Tata Power has provided solar power solutions to Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), Delhi, contributing to the airport's green energy initiatives.

Tata Power has been involved in developing and maintaining solar power infrastructure for Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA).

Uttar Pradesh's 1st Semiconductor Park Coming Near Noida International Airport

Uttar Pradesh is set to establish its first semiconductor park near the upcoming Noida International Airport in Jewar, Greater Noida. This initiative is part of the state's ambitious plan to boost its electronics manufacturing sector.

The park will be developed across Sectors 10 and 28 by the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA). It aims to attract both domestic and global chip manufacturing companies, creating a vibrant hub for semiconductor production¹. The project is expected to generate substantial employment opportunities for the youth in the region.

The state government has introduced a semiconductor policy offering significant incentives to attract investments. This includes a 50% additional capital subsidy on top of the central government's subsidy, a 75% land rebate for certain semiconductor sectors, and a 100% exemption on electricity duty for 10 years.

It's a significant step towards making Uttar Pradesh a key player in the semiconductor industry.

The semiconductor park near Noida International Airport is set to house several prominent companies. Kaynes Semicon Private Limited has been allocated 50 acres in Sector 10. Vama Sundari Investments also allocated 50 acres in Sector 10.

TURCK has been allotted 125 acres in Sector 28.

PM Modi Inaugurates the SEMICON 2024 Conference; Key Takeaways from the SemiCon Speech

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the SEMICON India 2024 conference today at the India Expo Mart in Greater Noida. This three-day event, running from September 11 to 13, aims to position India as a global hub for semiconductor manufacturing and technology. The theme for this year's conference is "Shaping the Semiconductor Future".

The conference will feature over 250 exhibitors and 150 speakers from around the world, showcasing India's semiconductor strategies and policies². PM Modi emphasized India's potential to become a reliable partner in the global semiconductor supply chain and assured stable and predictable policies to support the industry's growth.

In his speech at the SEMICON India 2024 conference, PM Modi highlighted several key points:

1. India's Semiconductor Vision: He emphasized India's ambition to become a global semiconductor hub, leveraging its talent pool and favorable policies.

2. Government Support: Modi assured that the government would provide stable and predictable policies to support the semiconductor industry, including incentives for manufacturing and research.

3. Global Partnerships: He stressed the importance of international collaborations and partnerships to strengthen India's position in the global semiconductor supply chain.

4. Innovation and Talent: The Prime Minister highlighted the need for innovation and skill development, encouraging investments in education and training to build a robust semiconductor ecosystem.

5. Sustainability: Modi also touched upon the importance of sustainable practices in semiconductor manufacturing, aligning with global environmental goals.

These points reflect India's strategic focus on becoming a key player in the semiconductor industry.

India has been actively developing policies to boost its semiconductor industry.

India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) is an initiative that aims to build a robust semiconductor and display ecosystem in India. It provides fiscal support for setting up semiconductor fabs, display fabs, and other related facilities.

The Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme offers financial incentives to companies that set up semiconductor manufacturing units in India. The goal is to attract global semiconductor companies to invest in India.

Design-Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme focuses on promoting semiconductor design companies by providing financial support for their projects.

Besides, India has signed agreements with countries like the US and Japan to enhance bilateral collaboration on semiconductor supply chains.

HCLTech To Set Up A HPE Private 5G Lab in Noida

HCLTech has entered a strategic global partnership with Athonet, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) company, to offer customized Private 5G solutions to enterprises across various industries, including communication services providers (CSPs).

As part of this collaboration, HCLTech plans to establish a dedicated HPE Private 5G lab in Noida, India. The lab will explore new use cases and demonstrate industrial applications of private 5G networks.

Leveraging its expertise in 5G, cloud, edge computing and digital transformation, HCLTech aims to help enterprises deploy and manage secure and high-speed private 5G networks based on Athonet's award-winning mobile core technology.

About the Athonet, it is an HPE company that specializes in providing advanced 5G Core Network solutions. Their 5G Core platform is designed for private mobile networks and offers several key features. The Athonet 5G Core is built on the proven track record of their LTE mobile core. It allows professional users to deploy sophisticated 5G networks with Wi-Fi-like simplicity, using any 5G radio from any vendor.

Athonet's 5G Core is critical for private cellular networks, connecting enterprise systems and applications to radios and devices. It enables advanced use cases such as augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR), Industry 4.0, robotics, public safety, healthcare, and digital equity.

Besides HCLTech, Athonet has also partnered with Vodafone Idea Limited (Vi), an Indian Telco operator, to test 5G-based solutions for Industry 4.0 use cases. These trials explore applications in smart construction, smart warehousing, smart agriculture, and smart workplaces.

The establishment of the HPE Private 5G lab in Noida, India by HCL Technologies could have several positive impacts on businesses in India. The lab will serve as a hub for exploring new use cases and applications of private 5G networks. Businesses can collaborate with HCLTech to develop innovative solutions tailored to their specific needs. Industries such as manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and smart cities can benefit from customized private 5G networks.These networks can enhance automation, improve real-time communication, and enable IoT devices.

Private 5G networks offer better coverage, low latency, and high bandwidth. Businesses can deploy these networks within their premises to ensure reliable and secure connectivity for critical operations.

Early adopters of private 5G technology can gain a competitive edge. Businesses that leverage 5G for automation, remote monitoring, and data analytics may see increased efficiency and productivity.

The lab's focus on 5G, cloud, and edge computing aligns with India's digital transformation goals.

Mahindra to Skill 500 Women to Become Drone Pilots; Inks MoU With Ministry

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., a leading farm equipment company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) to launch the Drone Didi Yojana. This initiative aims to train 15,000 women to operate drones for agricultural purposes, such as fertilizer sowing, crop monitoring, and seed sowing.

The program will conduct two pilot projects at the National Skill Training Institutes (NSTI) in Hyderabad and Noida. These pilots are designed to skill 500 women in exclusive batches of 20, with a 15-day curriculum approved by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The training will be delivered by Remote Pilot Training Organisation (RPTO) instructors.

Within this partnership, the NSTIs will provide infrastructure for running the training programme, hostel for participants and tap into local Women Self Help Groups and NGOs to mobilise participation. Mahindra Group will provide initial set-up support through simulation machinery/drones, simulator controller, simulator software, Desktop computer with i5 Processor and trainers, and meet the operating costs for the duration of the Pilot project, including the cost of DGCA License Holder Instructors at the centres.

As a further support to the intent of the Drone Didi Yojana, Mahindra will soon roll out Drone training for women at the company’s skilling centres at Zaheerabad, Telangana and Nagpur, Maharashtra.

Speaking about the initiative, Dr. Anish Shah, Group CEO & MD, Mahindra Group said, “Aligned with our Rise philosophy, the Mahindra Group is committed to empowering the women with the skills necessary to join the workforce and achieve financial independence. The pilot under the Drone Didi Yojana represents a first-of-its-kind convergence of women, farming, and technology. We are absolutely delighted to provide technology training to grassroots women and ensure that agriculture is equipped for the future."

Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary, MSDE, said, "We are excited to announce our partnership with Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., leveraging their agricultural expertise for comprehensive training. Two NSTIs in Hyderabad and Noida have been chosen for the pilot program, with the goal of empowering rural women in agriculture. This collaboration advances our mission of upskilling women for nation-building, particularly through the successful implementation of the Drone Didi program in empowering women in emerging trades. I firmly believe that this collaboration with Mahindra will advance our vision, equipping women with the skills needed to contribute to nation-building. Building on our past successful collaborations with leading technology industry partners, this initiative represents the beginning of many collaborative projects with Mahindra. Through rigorous training methodologies and hands-on learning experiences, we will equip our students with the practical skills and competencies required to excel in their chosen fields and make meaningful contributions to the nation's socio-economic growth."

This partnership represents a unique convergence of women, farming, and technology, and is aligned with Mahindra's Rise philosophy, which is committed to empowering women to join the workforce and achieve financial independence. The initiative also supports MSDE's mission of upskilling women for nation-building, particularly through the successful implementation of the Drone Didi program in empowering women in emerging trades.

NTPC Signs MoU with EDII-Ahmedabad To Empower Women in the Vicinity of NTPC Noida through Entrepreneurship

NTPC and EDII join hands to empower women through entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), Ahmedabad, a 'Centre of Excellence' recognised by the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India, signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the CSR Division of National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (NTPC) on Friday.

Under the MoA, EDII will facilitate New Enterprise Creation among the underprivileged women in the vicinity of NTPC Noida. EDII will ensure the setting up of a Cold Compressed Oil Unit for the benefit of underprivileged women. This initiative will be strengthened by appropriate training and handholding to the participating women. NTPC has taken this initiative as a part of its CSR activity of empowering women and making them entrepreneurial and self-sustaining. In all, 30 women from self-help groups will be rendered independent and empowered over one year.

EDII implements several programmes for women entrepreneurship and empowerment as a CSR initiative for various corporate houses such as Accenture, HSBC, TATA Communications, Amazon India, Facebook, ONGC, BAYER, HCL, etc. Thus far, through sensitisation programmes, entrepreneurship competency-building programmes, domain and skill training, networking and marketing exposure, and handholding support, the institute has reached out to more than 39,142 women across the country.

The Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), Ahmedabad was set up in 1983 as an autonomous and not-for-profit Institute with support of apex financial institutions - the IDBI Bank Ltd., IFCI Ltd., ICICI Bank Ltd. and State Bank of India (SBI). The Government of Gujarat pledged twenty-three acres of land on which stands the majestic and sprawling EDII Campus. EDII has been recognized as the CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Govt. of India. The Institute has also been listed as the Institute of National Importance by the Education Department, Govt. of Gujarat. For more information visit: www.ediindia.org

INDIAdonates Collaborates with Noida-based corporate, Roto Pumps for Infrastructure Development of Greater Noida Government School

Friday, 12th May 2023, marked an important event in Junior High School, Dhoom Manikpur, with the commencement of Infrastructure Development activities in the school. The school students had been putting up with washrooms that were worn and broken, non-hygienic, unclean, and unsanitary. INDIAdonates, supported by Roto Pumps, have taken up a project to reconstruct the washrooms, clean and upgrade them and provide running water. A brand new handwashing station with running water will also be built for the students. Noida-based NGO Sadrag will be implementing the infrastructure development project.
 

An Inauguration Event was held on Friday to mark this important work's initiation and teach the importance of sanitation and hygiene among the students. The Event was attended by Mr. Kuldeep Tiwari, Deputy Manager, Corporate Affairs, and Mr. Anuj Kumar, Executive HR from Roto Pumps, Ms. Anuradha Singh, Trustee, INDIAdonates, as well as Retd. Major General Praveen Kumar, Advisory Board Member at Sadrag. The guests, along with Ms. Shushma Rani, Principal of JHS, Dhoom Manikpur, marked the initiation of the excellent work with a symbolic tree plantation ceremony.

Addressing the students, Ms. Anuradha Singh, Trustee of INDIAdonates, talked about sanitation and hygiene's central role in ensuring children's health, well-being, and good education. The children pledged to practice good hygiene and keep their school and surroundings clean and green.

World Startup Convention 2023 Ready to Host the World’s Biggest Startup Funding Festival at the India Expo Mart

• The event intends to aid startup funding and international exposure for India and other nations' entrepreneurial ecosystems
• The 3-day mega convention will be held from 24th to 26th March 2023 at the India Expo Mart, Knowledge Park-II, Greater Noida Expressway
• World Startup Convention 2023 will be one of the biggest events to bring startups, venture capitalists, angel investors and networks together

World Startup Convention (WSC) is all set to host one of the biggest startup funding festivals at the India Expo Mart, which is one of the largest integrated venues for conventions in India. The 3-day mega convention is scheduled to start on 24th March 2023 and will continue till 26th March 2023. The tickets are now available on BookMyShow, which is the official ticketing partner for the event.

The convention will potentially be a massive gathering of leading Entrepreneurs and Founders of more than 75K startups from over 50 countries, 1.5K+ Venture Capitalists, 9K Angel Investors, and approximately 2.5K Angel Networks. The event intends to aid startup funding and international exposure for India and other nations' entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Providing startups with unparalleled growth opportunities, the 3-day convention gives startups an opportunity to participate in fundraising events, startup expos, and startup conferences. They can also be a part of the WSC Awards 2023, which aims to recognise the relentless entrepreneurs, investors, and other members of the startup ecosystem who have demonstrated extraordinary resilience to unleash new opportunities during uncertain times.

The WSC also has cash prizes of up to 20,00,00,000 ($2.5M) for winners of multiple startup competitions in various categories. Additionally, it is touted to be a prominent platform for entrepreneurs and founders to launch or relaunch their firms and get massive worldwide traction.

Commenting on this Arjun Chaudhary, Co-Founder, WSC, said, “Over the years, India has emerged as the third largest startup ecosystem in the world. It is home to numerous startups, and entrepreneurial initiatives are continuously increasing. With the World Startup Convention, we intend to democratize startup funding and create more investment channels for almost every entrepreneur. "

Luke Talwar, Co-Founder, WSC, further added “Gradually, the number of startups in India, as well as abroad, are increasing, majorly driven by technological advancements. There are newer, disruptive, and one-of-a-kind ideas that are taking the shape of business ventures. World Startup Convention aims to proffer these high-potential startups with immediate access to resources that they need for exponential growth. We intend to provide startups as well as investors with a platform where they can explore multiple investment opportunities in the global startup ecosystem. Through this event, attendees also have a chance to build a robust network with business leaders across sectors.”

Startups, entrepreneurs, agencies, as well as investors from across the world can participate in the event with a 3-day Delegate Pass. The WSC 2023 is also open to future entrepreneurs, enthusiasts, students, academia and parents with a one-day Visitor Pass.

About World Startup Convention

World startup Convention is the largest startup convention in the World, World Startup Convention aims to bring together growth-minded entrepreneurs from across the globe to put their collective energies together to move to the next level in their individual games.

For more information please visit : https://www.worldstartupconvention.com/

For Ticket enquiry please visit : https://in.bookmyshow.com/events/world-startup-convention/ET00346420

Mega Manufacturing Facility for Hearables, Wearables and IoT Devices Opens in Noida

After grabbing the site for world’s largest robot manufacturing factory, Uttar Pradesh's Noida city now gets mega manufacturing facility for hearables, wearables and IoT devices, inaugurated today by Minister of State for Electronics & IT, Mr. Rajeev Chandrasekhar.

The new new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, commissioned by Zetwerk Group Company, aims to produce 10 million devices annually.

Spread out over an area of 50,000 sq.ft, the factory comprises 16 manufacturing lines with advanced testers and a world-class innovation lab for product development. With the objective of strengthening India’s manufacturing capabilities in the smart technology space, the factory has been established to create ODMs (Original Design Manufacturer) in hearables, wearables and IOT devices.

Notably, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has coined the coming decade as "Techade". India Techade targets USD 300 billion Electronics manufacturing by 2025-26, and "more EMS,ODM, ESDM Companies are needed to drive this," said the minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar in a tweet.

We’re excited to announce the unveiling of Zet Town India Pvt Ltd’s mega manufacturing facility for hearables, wearables & IoT devices in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The plant was inaugurated by the esteemed @Rajeev_GoI, Minister of State for Electronics & IT.https://t.co/e0qrWFgPQj pic.twitter.com/zTyIvzcsXf

— ZETWERK (@zetwerk) May 17, 2022

Products manufactured at Zet Town’s new ODM facility are developed using a customizable model that enables the company to control the smart technology in the device by customizing product features and positioning in keeping with the requirements of customers.

Speaking about the new facility, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, said “Over the last 5 years, the Prime Minister has been focusing extensively on bolstering our domestic capabilities in the electronics sector. He recognised this as an incredible growth opportunity for Indian manufacturers prior to the pandemic and over the last two years, that opportunity has grown multi-fold. India has the potential to contribute around US $ 400 billion worth of electronics goods including exports worth US$120 billion, which would account for 9-10% of the overall global value chains, from the current supply potential of 1-2%. Ambitions have been reset and we need more companies like Zetwerk in making this vision a reality. Their model is unique and can be easily scalable. I congratulate Zetwerk for this. They can play a significant role in achieving our objectives of making India a significant player in electronics GVC”

Rahul Sharma, Co-Founder, Zetwerk, said - "As a brand that’s committed to the ethos of Make In India, it has always been our endeavour to find ways to strengthen our capabilities as the world’s next big manufacturing hub and reduce import dependency. Through our manufacturing capabilities at this new facility, we bring a design based product proposition to the Indian market in the wearables and hearables space. This is a unique scalable model that has the potential to effectively disrupt the monopoly of Chinese manufacturers by addressing the export requirements of industries across the world."

"We are pioneering an ODM and EMS offering in the wearables and hearables space with a technology-first, people-first approach. With a focus on design, integration and innovation, we customise our products to cater to the specific needs of various segments. As we scale our business model to meet global demand, we aspire to be amongst the first in India to export Designed & Made in India wearables and hearables products to the world," said Shalabh Srivastava, CEO, Zet Town India.

Zet Town India Pvt Ltd is a leading ODM in India's Hearables and Wearables space with single-point comprehensive product life cycle support, focusing on design and manufacturing services in the larger IoT domain. It has dedicated teams for Research & Development, Design, Sourcing, Assembly & Testing and a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Noida with 16 manufacturing lines with advanced testers and a world-class innovation lab for product development.

About Zetwerk:

Zetwerk is a managed marketplace for contract manufacturing. Zetwerk partners with the world’s leading industrial and consumer enterprises to get their products manufactured via a global network of small manufacturers, where Zetwerk helps with supplier selection, pricing and fulfilment of orders. Zetwerk offers manufacturing solutions across a diverse range of industries such as Oil & Gas, Renewables, Aerospace, Infrastructure, Apparel, Electronics and Retail. For customers, Zetwerk’s global manufacturing network ensures products are manufactured faster, at competitive prices and with world-class quality.

In addition, Zetwerk’s in-house Manufacturing Operating System software, ZISO, enables digital selection of supply, real-time tracking across stages, visual updates of products getting made, seamless communication across stakeholders and quality assurance of the final product, thereby offering customers peace of mind. For manufacturing partners, Zetwerk drives higher utilization of manufacturing capacities and offers various portfolio services (including logistics, raw material procurement, working capital access) to drive revenue growth and optimize manufacturing costs.