India’s rapid advancement in science and technology was in the spotlight as Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, called on Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan at Parliament House. The meeting focused on India’s strategic breakthroughs in research, technology, and innovation, which have helped elevate the nation’s position on the global stage.
Key Initiatives and Technological Leap: Dr. Jitendra Singh
The Vice-President was briefed on various ministerial programmes aimed at boosting scientific research, technology commercialization, biotechnology innovation, quantum computing, cyber-security, meteorological advancements, and disaster risk management. India’s ongoing efforts are backed by robust government initiatives like Digital India, Make in India, and Atmanirbhar Bharat, which have accelerated domestic R&D, promoted startups, and enabled public-private collaborations.
Global Recognition and Frontier Technologies
Vice-President Radhakrishnan lauded India for soaring from 81st place in 2015 to 38th in the Global Innovation Index 2025, highlighting the nation’s surge in patents, scientific publications, and impactful technology ventures. Significant milestones include the development of the indigenous quantum processor, the BharatGenAI language model, breakthroughs in vaccine technology, and quantum communications achievements.
Ethical Research, Youth Engagement, and Industry Collaboration
Emphasizing the importance of ethical practices in biotech, the Vice-President stressed fostering a research culture guided by responsibility, transparency, and public interest. He called for greater engagement of youth in science, promotion of STEM careers, and closer ties between academia and industry. The Vice-President also noted India’s progress in weather forecasting, the vast potential of the blue economy, and the investment in cutting-edge fields like AI, green hydrogen, and next-gen renewable energy.
Focus on Global Partnerships
Vice-President Radhakrishnan concluded by highlighting the need for continued global partnerships, ensuring India remains a leader in scientific and technological innovation. He recognized the critical role international collaborations play in domains such as space, clean energy, semiconductors, and advanced healthcare—fortifying India’s reputation as a global hub for emerging technologies.
Conclusion
India’s rise in the innovation ecosystem demonstrates a commitment to ethical, collaborative, and youth-driven research. As the country accelerates towards becoming a science and technology powerhouse, the focus remains on sustaining growth through strategic reforms, international partnerships, and inclusive engagement in frontier research.
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Source: PIB
