Velmenni, a New Delhi based start up working in the field of light communication solutions, has been awarded a grant from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) under the iDEX initiative. This grant targets strengthening secure wireless communication for the Indian Defence sector, especially the Navy, addressing communication challenges in modern warfare.
According to a press release, Velmenni has become a leading player in this field by developing high-speed Li-Fi solutions and creating a groundbreaking Li-Fi mesh network that tackles connectivity challenges in remote areas.
The iDEX program fosters innovation in the Indian defence sector by integrating cutting-edge technologies like Li-Fi and aligns with initiatives such as Make in India, Startup India, and the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM).
“The iDEX Grant is a testament to the potential of our Li-Fi technology,” said Deepak Solanki, Founder and CEO of Velmenni.
According to press release Velmenni’s Li-Fi technology offers superior security and efficient performance, making it ideal
for the real-time communication needs of the Indian Navy.
About Li-Fi technology:
Li-Fi (light fidelity) a fairly new technology as compared to traditional RF based wireless system is a bidirectional wireless system that transmits data via visible or infrared light.
Unlike Wi-Fi, which uses radio frequencies, Li-Fi relies on light waves to transmit data, offering a significant advancement over current wireless networks. It provides reliable high- speed highly secure network both in outdoor and indoor scenarios.
