How Mohit Bansal Is Strengthening Industry-Academia Collaboration Through GMI Infra
The gap between academic research and real-world industry applications has long been an important challenge for innovation. The collaboration between GMI Infra and IIT Ropar , associated with the leadership of Mohit Bansal , aims to create stronger connections between these two ecosystems. The partnership has been established to identify real-world challenges in infrastructure, construction, technology, and sustainability and connect them with the expertise available within IIT Ropar. Academic institutions have access to research, specialised knowledge, talented students, and innovative ideas. Industry, meanwhile, understands practical requirements, operational challenges, and market realities. Bringing these strengths together can create opportunities for meaningful innovation. Under this collaboration, GMI Infra and IIT Ropar will explore areas including Artificial Intelligence, robotics, automation, smart infrastructure, digital construction, sustainability, geospatial technol...