Design in India: Intel launches maker lab in Bengaluru campus

BENGALURU: Semiconductor maker Intel has launched a maker space in its Bengaluru campus, which will enable startups to get their products off the ground quickly. The Intel India Maker Lab will offer startups and individuals access to development kits, reference boards, and hardware and software tools to develop and test ideas.

The facility is seen adding momentum to the maker movement in India.

“It's not just about Make in India, it's also about Design in India,“ said Kumud Srinivasan, president, Intel India. Design capability is a critical aspect for the success of these initiatives, and the Intel India Maker Lab will provide a facility to offer that support“. Intel plans to support 10 startups initially. The 20 teams that were recently shortlisted for the “Innovate for Digital India Challenge“ will have free access to the lab, thecompany said. The selection process for startups would be completed in October 2015.