A major milestone in India’s autonomous technology development was achieved with the unveiling of WIRIN (Wipro-IISc Research and Innovation Network) — a driverless car jointly developed by Wipro, the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), and RV College of Engineering (RVCE) in Bengaluru. A 28-second viral video shared by Adarsh Hegde on X shows Sri Sri 1008 Satyatma Theertha Sripadangalu of Uttaradi Matha seated inside the car as it smoothly navigated the RVCE campus, demonstrating the success of India’s indigenous self-driving technology. The car’s performance highlights how homegrown innovation is beginning to match global standards in autonomous mobility.
India Showcases Six-Year Effort Toward Indigenous Driverless Car Innovation
The prototype was officially unveiled at RV College of Engineering on October 27, during an event attended by Ramachandra Budhihal, Global Head of Autonomous Systems and Robotics at Wipro, MP Shyam, President of Rashtreeya Sikshana Samithi Trust (RSST), and KN Subramanya, Principal of RVCE. The project represents six years of dedicated research and design by faculty members Uttara Kumari and Rajaa Vidya, along with RVCE students, to create a road-ready and self-reliant autonomous vehicle that can adapt to the complexities of Indian roads.
The WIRIN initiative, launched in 2019, focuses on advancing cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, 5G, visual computing, human-computer interaction, and Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication. It aims to design autonomous systems capable of handling unique challenges like potholes, unpredictable traffic, and animal crossings, which are common on Indian roads.
Industry-Academia Partnership Driving India’s Smart Mobility Revolution
This collaboration between academia and industry strengthens India’s position in autonomous systems research. It leverages Wipro’s expertise in cognitive navigation, simulation, and 5G-based systems, combined with IISc’s strong research foundation, to build innovations that could redefine smart mobility, transportation safety, and sustainable urban commuting in the coming decade.
Summary:
India achieved a breakthrough in autonomous technology with the unveiling of WIRIN, a driverless car developed by Wipro, IISc, and RV College of Engineering. The six-year project showcases indigenous innovation in AI, robotics, and 5G, aiming to create self-driving systems suited for Indian roads and future smart mobility.
