Bhubaneswar, Feb. 23 -- The National Institute of Technology (NIT), located in Odisha's Rourkela in Sundargarh district, is making significant strides in maritime defence research to support the country's naval wing. A pioneering project is underway at India's first such educational institute, sources said on Sunday.

Collaborating with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the researchers at NIT-Rourkela are engaged in a trailblazing project to develop advanced underwater tiles aimed at shielding Indian Navy submarines from enemy detection.

This initiative represents a crucial advancement in India's quest for self-reliant defence capabilities. By improving the stealth technologies of submarines, the unique project wi...