Kia India ties up with IIT-Tirupati to promote research-led innovation

new delhi: kia india on friday said it has tied up with the indian institute of technology, tirupati, to promote research-led innovation and nurture future-ready talent in the fields of automotive and industrial engineering. as a part of the partnership, the automaker has committed an investment of rs 35 crore over a five-year period (2025-29) to support academic infrastructure, collaborative research programmes, and student development initiatives at iit-tirupati. the collaboration aims to establish the institution as a prominent centre of excellence in advanced manufacturing, electric mobility, and sustainable automotive technologies, kia india said in a statement. "this partnership is not merely the signing of an mou -- it is the coming together of shared values and a unified vision for the future of mobility and engineering in india," kia india md and ceo gwanggu lee said. by joining forces with iit-tirupati, the automaker aims to nurture highly skilled engineers and technologists, equipped to lead advancements in sustainable mobility and industrial manufacturing, he added. iit-tirupati director kn satyanarayana said the initiative will provide students with exposure to global industry practices, learning opportunities, and advanced infrastructure.