Critical inventions that are poised to revolutionise the lives of Indians in 2016.
High technology has traditionally meant exclusivity, conjuring up images of glittering product launches aimed only at the richest layer of consumers. This perception is set to change. Already, the largest technology companies in the world are focusing on wide adoptability. They are building products that will change the lives of millions through internet connectivity, healthcare and mobility solutions. In the coming months, India will likely see some of these critical technologies come into play.
SECURITY AND EMERGENCY SERVICES: Looking Skyward
It was in June last year, at the Paris International Air Show, that New Zealand-based Martin Aircraft Company entered into an alliance with regional partners across the world. From India, they chose the Gurgaon-based M2K Group, which has a presence in charter aviation. The deal will help bring the Martin Jetpack, a personal flying device, to the Indian market in 2016. With commercial production of the jetpacks about to start, India may be able to buy the first few by the end of the year. “Jetpacks will be a paradigm-changing technology,” says Deepak Singhal, president, M2K Group. “They will prove useful in emergency and rescue services. We have projected significant demand in India from first-responder services [such as fire departments] and security forces.”
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