SpaceTech Innovation Network (SpIN)
◇ Context: ISRO signed MoU with Social Alpha to establish SpIN
□ What is SpIN?
◇ India’s first dedicated platform for innovation, curation and venture development for the blooming space entrepreneurial ecosystem.
◇ It is a one-of-a-kind PPP for start-ups and SMEs in the space industry.
◇ Provide a level playing field for all stakeholders to contribute and collaborate.
◇ Also, the 1st SpIN innovation challenge was launched to develop solutions in areas like urbanisation, mapping, natural resources management etc. Selected start-ups can access ISRO and Social Alpha’s infrastructure and resources.
