Elena Geo, a pioneering technology firm based in Bengaluru, received a prestigious national award on July 18th. The Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Telecom Excellence Award-2023, instituted by the Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, Government of India, was bestowed upon the company. This recognition acknowledges Elena Geo’s outstanding work in developing and deploying NavIC-based devices and applications. The accolade reinforces Elena Geo’s leadership in the GNSS sector, underscoring the value and impact of their contributions.
Founded by Lt Col V S Velan and incubated at IIT Kharagpur, Elena Geo has been at the forefront of NavIC technology since its inception in 2012. The company has steadfastly committed to leveraging indigenous technological capabilities in satellite navigation. Elena Geo’s NavIC systems have been not just integrated, but successfully integrated into critical applications within the Indian Defense sector, alongside collaborations with Defense PSUs, showcasing its pivotal role in enhancing national security and strategic autonomy.
“We are deeply honoured to receive the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Telecom Excellence Award-2023,” said Lt Col Velan and added, “This recognition underscores our relentless pursuit of innovation in NavIC technology, aimed at bolstering India’s leadership in satellite navigation solutions.”
Elena Geo’s impact extends globally through strategic partnerships aimed at promoting NavIC technology beyond Indian borders. Collaborations with Pasifik Satellite Nusantara in Indonesia and ongoing engagements with Oman exemplify Elena Geo’s commitment to expanding the global footprint of NavIC across diverse applications and industries, as stated by the company.
The company’s continuous research and development initiatives, led by Elena Geo’s dedicated in-house R&D team, play a pivotal role in driving technological advancements. Renowned for their deep-tech expertise, this team focuses on advancing NavIC technology from chip-level development to cutting-edge product innovations. Projects funded by DOT-TCOE and DST underscore Elena Geo’s commitment to pioneering solutions in timing and navigation, reinforcing confidence in their expertise and contributions to societal and economic development.
“Elena Geo remains dedicated to advancing NavIC technology and fostering international collaborations,” added Lt Col Velan. “We are committed to harnessing the full potential of NavIC for applications ranging from precision agriculture to disaster management and autonomous vehicles.”
Elena Geo’s contribution to India’s vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) is evident through its indigenous development of NavIC-based products that support the entire ecosystem. By reducing dependency on foreign GNSS systems, Elena Geo empowers India with strategic capabilities in satellite navigation, aligning with the nation’s technological self-sufficiency and security goals.
Team BharatShakti
