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NIT-K (National Institute of Technology – Karnataka) hosted a Coastal Conclave on November 29, 2025, bringing together local industries, institutes, and researchers. The goal was to foster an integrated hub for research, innovation, and entrepreneurship within the coastal Karnataka region. Representatives from around 30 organizations, including MRPL, KIOCL, and various other industrial and academic bodies, participated. Discussions centered on leveraging technology to boost the coastal economy while preserving the region’s natural environment and culture. NIT-K offered its facilities and expertise to aid local R&D, startups, and businesses.

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NIT-K Conclave Aims to Boost Coastal Karnataka’s Innovation Ecosystem

MANGALURU, December 2, 2025 – A Coastal Conclave held at the National Institute of Technology – Karnataka (NIT-K) on November 29th has laid the groundwork for an integrated research, innovation, and entrepreneurship hub. The event, hosted on the NIT-K campus, brought together leaders from local industries, research institutions, and community organizations.

The conclave, attended by representatives from approximately 30 organizations including Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL), KIOCL, and local trade associations, focused on strategies to drive economic growth in the coastal region through technology. Discussions emphasized balancing economic advancement with the preservation of the area’s natural environment and cultural heritage, aligning with national initiatives like Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan and Sagarmala.

B. Ravi, Director of NIT-K, pledged the institute’s resources and expertise to support local R&D labs, business incubators, startups, and established businesses in the coastal Karnataka area. The initiative aims to create a thriving ecosystem that fosters research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

“We are committed to leveraging our facilities and knowledge to benefit the region and contribute to its sustainable growth,” stated Director Ravi.

The Conclave was organized by NIT-K’s Science & Technology Entrepreneurs’ Park (STEP) and the Institute Innovation Council (IIC).

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