New Delhi, June 4 -- The India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) launched the Venture Access Labs platform on Tuesday in partnership with venture capital fund Caret Capital, establishing a new framework to connect Indian electronics and manufacturing companies with technology startups.

The initiative addresses the persistent gap between emerging technologies and established manufacturing operations across the country.

The platform targets manufacturers seeking innovations in advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things applications, energy efficiency, and materials science.

Venture Access Labs will encompass multiple business functions including procurement, planning, manufacturing, supply chain managem...