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Union Minister Jitendra Singh has declared that a nation's technological sovereignty will be the primary factor shaping its geopolitical power in the future. He emphasized India's ongoing transformation into a technology-driven nation during the 84th CSIR Foundation Day event. The minister detailed CSIR's vital contributions across various sectors, from healthcare to national security. Looking ahead, he outlined a strategy to make scientific advancements accessible and beneficial for all citizens.

Key Points: Jitendra Singh Says Tech Sovereignty Will Define Geopolitical Power

  • Minister Singh links a nation's technological strength directly to its global power and influence
  • He highlights CSIR's 37 labs driving innovation in healthcare, agriculture, and defence
  • Recent achievements include the indigenous antibiotic Nafithromycin and lavender cultivation projects
  • A three-pronged focus on awareness, affordability, and accessibility for science is outlined
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Technology sovereignty will shape geopolitical power: Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Jitendra Singh states technology sovereignty is key to geopolitical strength, highlighting CSIR's role in India's scientific transformation and innovation.

"Technology sovereignty will determine the geopolitical sovereignty in the times to come - Dr. Jitendra Singh"

New Delhi, Sep 26

Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and Vice President of CSIR, Dr. Jitendra Singh, on Friday said that in the coming years, technology sovereignty will decide a nation’s geopolitical sovereignty.

Speaking at the 84th Foundation Day of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) here, the minister highlighted India’s transformation into a technology-driven nation and stressed the need to consciously build strength in emerging technologies to remain globally competitive.

“Technology sovereignty will determine the geopolitical sovereignty in the times to come,” Dr. Singh, said, underlining India’s transition into a technology-driven nation.

He said CSIR, with its 37 laboratories across the country, has been playing a vital role in fields ranging from healthcare and pharmaceuticals to agriculture, materials, and defence.

Tracing CSIR’s journey since its establishment in 1942, Dr. Singh recalled the contributions of leaders like Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee and Sir Ramnath Chopra, who laid the foundations of pharmaceutical research in India.

“CSIR’s legacy is proof that science and innovation were integral to India’s journey even before Independence,” Dr. Singh added.

The Minister noted that recent achievements, such as the indigenously developed antibiotic Nafithromycin, show the importance of collaboration between CSIR and other scientific departments.

He also underlined the role of industry partnerships in moving innovations from the laboratory to the marketplace.

Citing examples like lavender cultivation in Jammu and Kashmir and tulip innovation in Palampur, Dr. Singh said CSIR’s work has improved farmers’ incomes and had a direct impact on society.

He added that CSIR-developed technologies have also contributed to national security, including sensors used in Operation Sindoor.

Looking ahead, Dr. Singh outlined a three-pronged approach of awareness, affordability, and accessibility to ensure that science benefits all sections of society.

He urged scientists to use modern communication tools and social media to connect with citizens and showcase their work more effectively.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good points but implementation is key. We've been hearing about technology sovereignty for years, but still depend heavily on foreign tech. Hope to see more concrete results on the ground.
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Aditya G
CSIR has been doing amazing work since 1942! The development of Nafithromycin shows our scientific capabilities. More power to our scientists! 👏
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Sarah B
Interesting perspective from India. The three-pronged approach of awareness, affordability, and accessibility is crucial for inclusive technological development.
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Karthik V
Technology sovereignty is not just about defence or big industries. The focus on agriculture and healthcare shows the right direction. Hope this translates to better opportunities for young researchers.
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Michael C
As someone working in tech, I appreciate India's focus on building indigenous capabilities. The industry-academia partnership mentioned here is exactly what's needed to compete globally.

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