Bengaluru has become the stage for a major leap in homegrown technology as Wipro, the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), and RV College of Engineering unveiled WIRIN — India’s first fully indigenous driverless car prototype. Reported by The Indian Express.
A video of Sri Satyatmatheertha Swamiji of Uttaradi Matha riding in the car has gone viral on social media, showing the autonomous vehicle gliding effortlessly across the RV College campus.
Developed over six years under the Wipro-IISc Research and Innovation Network (WIRIN), the project is the result of close collaboration between Wipro’s autonomous systems division, IISc researchers, and RV College faculty and students.
The unveiling event was attended by senior representatives from all three institutions, including Ramachandra Budhihal, Global Head of Autonomous Systems at Wipro.
The car is still in its testing phase, with researchers focusing on mapping complex Indian road conditions — from potholes to stray animals — to ensure the vehicle’s safety and efficiency before its official launch.
The WIRIN initiative, launched in 2019, focuses on advancing research in robotics, AI, machine learning, and 5G-based Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication.
The collaboration combines Wipro’s deep tech expertise with IISc’s academic research strength, marking a key milestone in India’s journey toward smart mobility.
Recently, RV College also partnered with MG Motor India under the MG Nurture program to offer EV certification courses, further bridging the gap between industry and academia in the rapidly evolving automotive sector.
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