Micro Tech Global Foundation
| Abbreviation | MTGF |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2010 |
| Founder | Micro Technologies (India) Limited |
| Type | Non-profit and non-governmental organization |
| Purpose | Promoting the fields of education, research, sports, art and culture |
Micro Tech Global Foundation (MTGF) is an Indian non-profit and non-governmental organization which focuses on promoting the fields of education, research, sports, art and culture.[1][2][3] Set up by security devices manufacturer Micro Technologies (India) Limited in 2010 as a corporate social endeavour, MTGF strives to amalgamate technology with both sports and cultural activities, and also offered support to innovators.[1][2]
Projects
[edit]In September 2010, MTGF began working with Rasika Ranjani Sabha to open a recreational complex for citizens to promote art, culture, music, sports and health.[1] MTGF promotes innovation by supporting student technology projects through their Micro Innovation League which culminated in an exhibition for the projects in the following fields: 'Information Technology' (Embedded or Hardware), 'Security Based Technology' and 'Mobile Based Technology'.[2][4][5][6] 35,000 rupees were awarded to the winner of the league.[7] After a successful event in 2012, MTGF announced that the MIL would become an annual event from 2013.[8]
MTGF has opened branches in Europe, America and Africa. Rwanda was the first African country which MTGF has branched into,[9] with MTGF planning to invest several million US dollars to promote development in education, information and communications technology, health and good governance, among others.[10][11][12]
MTGF has published a series of books on security requirements of various states in India as well as other countries such as Australia, Israel and the United States.[13] An example is Security Requirements of Mumbai - A National Perspective.[14][15] MTGF's Chairman, Dr. P Sekhar, has additionally published books on "Secured Governance", highlighting the prospects of national growth through tourism in India and how the security requirements in tourism can boost the economy.[16] MTGF partnered with other organizations to organize a disaster management programme for schoolchildren, who were able to watch a live staged demonstration of a rescue operation, including fire-fighting, rescue of victims from high buildings, bomb detection (with the aid of dogs) and disposal and first aid. There was also an exhibition of modern rescue equipment.[17]
MTGF has organized the "Micro Premier League" (MPL) for young and unprivileged people to get involved in sports at an early age through training camps with specialized trainers for sports such as cricket, badminton, table tennis, volleyball and football, amongst others.[18] An extension to the programme was the MPL Cup, an annual football tournament for youth which was watched by over 15,000 people in 2012.[19][20]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Micro Tech Global Foundation signed MOU with Rasika Ranjani Sabha". Mumbai Mirror. 25 September 2010. Retrieved 26 March 2012.
- ^ a b c Shetty, Prashasti. "NGO announces tech contest for aspiring engineers". DNA Syndication. Retrieved 27 April 2014.
- ^ "MicroTech Global Foundation". The Times of India. 11 May 2012. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "Innovations galore". The Hindu. 8 October 2012. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "Micro Tech Global Foundation hosts 'Micro Innovation League". Web India 123. 11 May 2012. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "MicroTech Global Foundation honours students' excellence in innovation". ICICI Trinity. Archived from the original on 2 June 2014. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "Micro Tech Global Foundation Honours Innovative Students". Digital Learning. 17 September 2012. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "Mirco Tech Global Foundation Honors Talented & Innovative Students". India CSR. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "Multi-million Indian firm to invest in Rwanda". NewTimes. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ Bisimwa, Serge. "Le Rwanda, la 1ère destination africaine de Micro Tech Global Foundation". Radio 10. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "ICT firm based in Mumbai, India, has announced intentions to invest in various sectors in Rwanda". African Business News. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "Indian ICT firm spoils for multi-niche investments in Rwanda". Bizrika. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "MTGF launched book entitled "Security Requirements OF Maharashtra-A National Perspective"". India InFo Line. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "The Mumbai Protector, Vol 2 Issue 6" (PDF). The Mumbai Protector. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "Seminar to strengthen bond between public, cops". Hinduistan Times. Archived from the original on 20 February 2012. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "Book on Secured Tourism For India Launched By Dr. K. Chiranjeevi, Tourism Minister". India CSR. 22 June 2012. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ Nayak, B B (20 December 2010). "Civil defence contingent shows off disaster management skills at Vashi". Mumbai Mirror. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "Micro Technologies announces the Micro Premier League Awards for Sports". India Times. Retrieved 26 April 2014.
- ^ "Hundreds of fans attend MPL II opening ceremony". Mumbai Mirror. Retrieved 29 April 2014.
- ^ "Micro League's sparkling finale enthuses soccer buffs". Hinduistan Times. Retrieved 29 April 2014.[dead link]