Microwave related activities in India: An overview

During past fifteen years, tremendous growth in the field of microwaves, millimeter waves and Terahertz frequency region has been realized in India. The growth of R&D activities in these areas has attracted many multinational companies to start new ventures. The research funding for these activities are mainly provided by government agencies but many industries are now supporting such activities. This paper presents an overview of the research activities currently underway in India. Contributions from research organizations and education centres are separately reported followed by a brief note on the manufacturers and sources of funding for these activities.