New Delhi: NTPC Mining Limited has taken a significant step toward strengthening research and innovation in the mining sector by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the TEXMiN Foundation. The agreement was formalized during the prestigious IInvenTiv 2026 held at Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad.
NTPC Mining Showcases Innovation Commitment at IInvenTiv 2026
Participation in IInvenTiv 2026 highlights NTPC Mining’s continued commitment to driving technological advancement and innovation in India’s mining ecosystem. The R&D fair brought together leading institutions, innovators, and industry players to promote collaboration and showcase cutting-edge research.
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Leadership Participation in High-Level RDI Roundtable
At the event, Naveen Jain, CEO of NTPC Mining Limited, took part in a high-level roundtable discussion on “Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) to Scale-up Strategic Sectors.”
The session saw participation from top academicians, policymakers, and industry leaders who explored ways to accelerate technology adoption in critical sectors.
During his address, Jain emphasized the need to expand coal utilization in downstream industries such as gasification. He pointed out that while India has strong indigenous technologies at the research stage, their large-scale commercial deployment remains limited. He stressed that deeper industry–academia collaboration is essential to bridge this gap.
MoU Focuses on Research, Technology, and Skill Development
The MoU between NTPC Mining Limited and TEXMiN Foundation aims to foster collaboration across multiple innovation-driven areas, including:
- Joint research and innovation initiatives
- Technology development through TTRP (Technology Translation Research Park)
- Industry consultation and knowledge exchange
- Training and capacity building programs
- Startup support and ecosystem development
This partnership is expected to create a strong platform for translating research into real-world applications.
Strengthening Industry–Academia Collaboration
The collaboration is designed to accelerate the development of scalable, indigenous technologies and strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem. It will also contribute to promoting sustainable mining practices and enhancing efficiency in the sector.
The initiative aligns with India’s broader push toward technological self-reliance and boosting domestic capabilities in strategic industries.
About NTPC
NTPC Limited, the parent company of NTPC Mining Limited, is India’s largest power utility and a key player in the country’s energy sector. With a growing focus on mining and sustainable resource management, NTPC Mining Limited is expanding its role in ensuring fuel security while adopting advanced technologies to improve efficiency and environmental performance.
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