8 MoUs signed between Andhra Pradesh Government and IIT Madras

Current Context: The 8 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between the Andhra Pradesh Government and IIT Madras were signed on November 16, 2024, at the Secretariat in Vijayawada.

• The aim of these MoUs is to drive tech innovation, skilling, and advanced research in sectors such as aviation, maritime, and governance.
• Key Highlights:
• Deep-tech Incubation Park: A park will be established in Amaravati with IIT Madras providing consultancy.
• Digital Skilling Programs: Initiatives like SWAYAM Plus and Vidhya Shakti will upskill students and teachers.
• Maritime Research: Focus on marine technologies, coastal energy harvesting, and communication systems.
• Aviation Development: Kuppam and Puttaparthi will be developed as logistics and maintenance hubs.
• Visakhapatnam as Internet Gateway: Leveraging advanced technologies to enhance global data connectivity.
• Smart Tech-Enabled Sports City: Amaravati will integrate cutting-edge technology with sports infrastructure.
• Advanced Governance Systems: Using AI and data science to improve administrative efficiency.

Question:

1 Which of the following programs under the MoUs focuses on digital skilling for students and teachers?

• A) SWAYAM Plus and Vidhya Shakti
• B) Amaravati Tech Connect
• C) Digital Amaravati Initiative
• D) Smart Classroom Initiative

Answer: A) SWAYAM Plus and Vidhya Shakti are digital skilling programs designed to upskill students and teachers as part of the MoUs.