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India is experiencing a remarkable scientific transformation under strategic government leadership. The startup and biotech sectors are witnessing unprecedented growth, breaking traditional research boundaries. Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasizes the need for collaborative, inclusive innovation across scientific domains. This approach represents a significant shift from isolated research to an integrated, industry-aligned scientific ecosystem.

Key Points: Jitendra Singh Heralds India's Science Innovation Revolution

  • India's biotech sector grows from 50 to 10,000 startups
  • Modi's vision drives collaborative scientific innovation
  • CSIR labs break traditional research boundaries
  • Government supports entrepreneurial scientific development
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India's moment in science and innovation has arrived: Minister

Union Minister highlights India's transformative startup ecosystem, biotech growth, and collaborative scientific approach at Hyderabad Startup Conclave

"Science should not be confined behind gates - Dr. Jitendra Singh"

New Delhi, April 22

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Tuesday called for greater synergy between innovation and industry for a sustainable startup ecosystem.

In a spirited call for greater synergy between innovation and industry for a sustainable startup ecosystem, Dr Singh said the time has come for Indian science to break silos and integrate with stakeholders including industry, investors, and the public.

Speaking at the 'Startup Conclave' in Hyderabad, Dr Singh highlighted that India's moment in science and innovation has arrived.

Addressing a gathering of scientists, entrepreneurs, students, and policymakers, the minister lauded the rare joint initiative by the three Hyderabad-based CSIR labs, noting that "such an integrated scene of science and governance under one roof" reflects Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of collaborative and inclusive innovation.

The Minister made a strong pitch for dismantling the outdated image of government labs as "ghost-haunted places where frogs are dissected," narrating how villagers once misunderstood the work of CSIR labs due to lack of public outreach. "Science should not be confined behind gates. If your domain is agriculture, invite the farmers in. Let them see what you're doing," he asserted.

Dr Singh underlined the need for early and deep industry involvement in research and innovation, pointing to the success of CSIR's Aroma Mission, where over 3,000 youth, many of them non-graduates, became successful agri-entrepreneurs with minimum annual earnings of Rs 60 lakh.

Referring to India's rapidly growing biotechnology sector, the minister recalled that in 2014, there were only 50 biotech startups. Today, the number exceeds 10,000.

"It's not just numbers. We've moved from $10 billion to nearly $170 billion in biotech valuation. This is not just growth, it's a revolution," he said, citing the government's dedicated policies like Bio-E3 and the National Quantum Mission.

The minister also announced plans to open up the nuclear sector, noting that a new realism has replaced the secrecy that once shrouded scientific endeavours. "When Google can peek into our lives, what's the point of denying access to potential collaborators in the name of confidentiality?" he asked.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
This is so inspiring! India's biotech growth from 50 to 10,000 startups in less than a decade is mind-blowing 🚀. The Aroma Mission success shows what's possible when science connects with real people. More power to our innovators!
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the progress, I hope this isn't just about numbers. Quality matters as much as quantity in science. Some startups might be getting funding just to inflate statistics. The minister should ensure proper evaluation mechanisms are in place.
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Arjun S.
Love the idea of opening up nuclear sector! More transparency = more trust. The ghost-haunted labs comment made me laugh 😂 but it's so true - we need to demystify science for common people.
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Neha T.
As someone working in biotech, I can confirm the sector is booming! But we need more women in leadership roles. Hope the minister addresses gender gap in STEM fields too. The potential is huge if we include everyone.
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Vikram J.
The Aroma Mission example is brilliant - shows how science can create rural entrepreneurs. More such initiatives needed across different sectors. When will we see similar programs for AI and quantum computing?
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Sunita P.
My nephew joined one of these biotech startups last year. The energy in these new companies is amazing! But the minister should also focus on making research careers more attractive - many bright students still go abroad for PhDs.

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