The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) recognized 78 employees in Bengaluru for their remarkable achievements at the Annual IP Awards Ceremony 2026. These employees collectively secured 36 patents, 18 copyrights, five design registrations, nine trademarks, and three research papers. The Ministry of Communications highlighted C-DOT’s pivotal role in driving innovation in the telecom and digital technology sector.
The event celebrated creativity, dedication, and breakthrough thinking among teams at C-DOT Bangalore. It emphasized the organization’s vibrant innovation culture that supports the development of next-generation telecom solutions aligned with national priorities like Digital India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat. C-DOT, under the Department of Telecommunications, Government of India, stands as a premier Research & Development (R&D) center.
Dr. Rajkumar Upadhyay, CEO of C-DOT, praised the recognized innovations for not only showcasing technical excellence but also reinforcing India’s self-reliance in telecom technologies. He highlighted the significance of a strong intellectual property portfolio in creating a resilient and future-ready ecosystem. The ceremony awarded certificates, medals, and cash prizes to the awardees, acknowledging their valuable contributions to C-DOT’s research excellence and indigenous technology development.
The recognition received by the employees at the ceremony serves as an inspiration for researchers to continue innovating purposefully, driving impactful technologies that elevate India’s global position in telecom and emerging digital domains. The ceremony brought together researchers, engineers, and domain experts, reflecting C-DOT’s commitment to fostering globally competitive indigenous technologies and research excellence.
