WATCH: Indian entrepreneur designs nation’s first cost-effective and ‘indigenously built hovercraft

A pioneering woman entrepreneur in Coimbatore claims to have achieved a significant milestone by designing India's first indigenous hovercraft capable of traversing both land and water.Supritha Chandrasekar, the Managing Director of Eurotech Pivot Solutions Private Limited, asserted that the trial run of the hovercraft boat was successfully conducted on Coimbatore Sulur Lake, as per a report by news agency ANI.This innovative hovercraft is characterized as an amphibious vehicle, demonstrating its ability to operate seamlessly across various terrains.Chandrasekar emphasized that the hovercraft was developed under the 'Made in India' initiative, presenting a cost-effective solution compared to international alternatives.She highlighted the versatility of the product, stating that it has potential applications for the Indian Navy, Air Force, Army, NDRF rescue operations, and various national services.The hovercraft boasts an impressive speed capability, capable of reaching 100 km/h on road surfaces and 80 km/h on water.Chandrasekar further revealed that the vehicle has a payload capacity of one tonne, with future plans to construct a larger 16-meter-long hovercraft accommodating 24 seats.This technological achievement marks a noteworthy contribution to India's innovation landscape and has the potential to address diverse operational needs across different sectors, ranging from defence to emergency response.The successful trial run in Coimbatore signifies a significant step forward in the development of indigenous hovercraft technology for the nation.(With input from agencies)