IIT Madras is set to establish its fourth campus in Auroville, near Puducherry, with a strong focus on sustainability and innovative technologies. Spanning 100 acres, the new campus will dedicate 20 acres to a test track for electric trucks under the Centre of Excellence for Zero Emission Trucking (CoEZET). Director V. Kamakoti announced that operations are expected to begin within the next two to three months.
This initiative aligns with Auroville’s vision of sustainable development and aims to advance research in electric vehicles (EVs). The campus will address key challenges in India’s EV sector, particularly battery technology and charging infrastructure. Hanif Qureshi, Additional Secretary at the Ministry of Heavy Industries, emphasized the need for indigenous solutions to reduce dependency on imported components, highlighting India’s slow EV adoption.
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IIT Madras has also introduced educational programs, including a web-enabled MTech in eMobility for professionals and a certificate course on eMobility. These initiatives aim to equip individuals with expertise in EV technology, supporting India’s shift towards sustainable transportation. This expansion strengthens IIT Madras’ role in pioneering research and education in sustainability and technological innovation.
