In July 2024, which organisation partnered with the Innovations for Defence Excellence-Defence Innovation Organisation (iDEX-DIO) to initiate the Medical Innovations and Research Advancement (MIRA) project?
The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Innovations for Defence Excellence-Defence Innovation Organisation (iDEX-DIO) on July 30, 2024. This collaboration aims to foster innovation and research in medical technologies specifically tailored for the Armed Forces. The partnership, underpinned by the launch of the Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC) edition MIRA, seeks to address significant medical challenges faced by the military personnel. iDEX-DIO, established under the Department of Defence Production (DDP) in 2018, strives to facilitate co-creation and co-development within the defence sector, enhancing capabilities through innovative solutions.
