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IEEE MOVE Global launched its first international Mobile Outreach Vehicle in Bengaluru, India on 21 July 2025. This marks the first MOVE vehicle outside the United States, expanding IEEE’s humanitarian efforts to new global frontiers.

Unveiled at the IEEE India Office in Bengaluru, the MOVE India Vehicle is specially customized for Indian roads and climate conditions. Built on a rugged Force Traveller T2 DV 2020 chassis, the vehicle is designed to navigate diverse terrains across the country and support communities during natural disasters.

IEEE President and CEO Kathleen Kramer was in attendance and noted, “This vehicle will provide essential communication tools during disasters and serves as a mobile classroom to promote STEM education and sustainability awareness when not deployed for emergency response.”

Thanks to generous donors and IEEE support, the MOVE India Vehicle is equipped with HAM Radios, Wi-Fi 6e, 4G/LTE connectivity, a hybrid power system, including grid and solar-powered energy, a lithium-ion battery bank, and a hybrid inverter system. This setup allows for 30+ hours of off-grid operation, ensuring uptime and support in disaster-hit or remote areas.

In addition to its disaster response capabilities, the MOVE India Vehicle carries interactive STEM kits to engage students and communities in topics like climate change, disaster preparedness, and sustainable technologies. The MOVE India outreach program aims to reach over 100 schools annually, starting in the state of Karnataka and gradually expanding throughout the country.

IEEE President-Elect Mary Ellen Randall added, “This is a tremendous step toward building more resilient communities. By combining emergency response and educational outreach, we’re using technology to make a lasting impact.”

Currently, three MOVE vehicles operate across the U.S., and India will begin its operations with one. With its dual mission of disaster relief and STEM engagement, the IEEE MOVE India Vehicle exemplifies how technology can be a force for good, bridging critical service gaps while inspiring future innovators.Visit the IEEE MOVE donation page to help fund these vital programs and aid local communities when disaster strikes.