JICA Marks Launch of DNP’s First R&D Centre in India at IIT Hyderabad, Strengthening India–Japan Tech Ties

Hyderabad, 27 April 2026: The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) attended the inauguration of Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd.’s (DNP) new research and development base at the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) on 27 April 2026 at the IIT-H Technology Research Park, strengthening India–Japan collaboration in advanced technology and innovation.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by key representatives from IIT-H, Japanese firms, and government agencies, including Prof. B.S. Murty, Director of IIT-H, Mr. NAKAMURA Osamu, Senior Managing Director at DNP, and Mr. TAKAHASHI Muneo, Consul General of Japan.

The collaboration with IIT-H will promote joint research in mobility and healthcare, with initial projects such as wireless power systems for electric vehicles (EVs) and the development of synthetic routes of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for generic drug. The new R&D base will also promote human resource exchange and joint research projects to encourage industry-oriented innovation.

Mr. TAKEUCHI Takuro, Chief Representative, JICA India commented- “JICA is proud to support initiatives that bring together the strengths of Japanese industry and India’s academic excellence. The establishment of DNP’s R&D centre at IIT-H reflects the deepening India–Japan partnership in innovation-led growth as well as growing roles of IIT-H for India-Japan collaboration. By fostering industry–academia collaboration in critical areas such as mobility and healthcare, we are not only advancing technological solutions but also nurturing a new generation of globally competent talent equipped to address challenges across the world .”

Hyderabad’s strong pharmaceutical base and its emerging role in mobility innovation makes it a strategic location for DNP’s expansion. This facility is DNP’s first Indian and second overseas R&D base, following the first base established in the Netherlands last year.

JICA has supported IIT-H both financially and qualitatively, with a strong focus on strengthening international academic and research partnerships. A key initiative under this support is the establishment and operation of the Japan Desk at IIT-H, which serves as a dedicated platform for facilitating multi-dimensional cooperation between Japanese institutions, companies and IITH. Through this initiative, JICA has DNP’s engagement with IIT-H, leading to the formalisation of this strategic collaboration.

About DNP
DNP was established in 1876, and has become a leading global company that leverages print-based solutions to engineer fresh business opportunities while protecting the environment and creating a more vibrant world for all. It capitalizes on core competencies in microfabrication and precision coating technology to provide products for the display, electronic devices, and optical film markets.
https://www.global.dnp/en/

About Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is Japan’s primary governmental agency responsible for delivering official development assistance (ODA) to partner countries worldwide. Established on October 1, 2003, JICA plays a central role in advancing international cooperation and sustainable development for more than 150 countries-including India.
https://www.jica.go.jp/english/overseas/india/index.html