PrintFriendly- Nation will always be grateful to scientists who have worked tirelessly to empower our society by their vision, labour, and leadership
- Tomorrow’s experts will come from investments we make today in our people and infrastructure
- Government is committed to supporting different streams of scientific knowledge
- Ranging from fundamental science to applied science with emphasis on innovations
- We need to keep an eye on the rise of disruptive technologies and be prepared to leverage them for growth
- One important area that needs to be addressed is the rapid global rise of Cyber-Physical Systems
- There is a need to develop and exploit these technologies in services and manufacturing sectors
- Our best science and technology institutions should further strengthen their basic research in line with leading global standards
- Translating this basic knowledge into innovations, start-ups and industry will help us achieve inclusive and sustainable growth
- Science must meet the rising aspirations of our people
- Another empowering factor for scientific delivery is the Ease of Doing Science. If we want science to deliver, we must not constrain it
- On the lines of Corporate Social Responsibility, concept of Scientific Social Responsibility needs to be inculcated to connect our leading institutions to all stakeholders, including schools and colleges
- The brightest and best in every corner of India should have the opportunity to excel in science
- Seeding the power of ideas & innovation in schoolchildren will broaden the base of our innovation pyramid & secure future of our nation
- The role of science in planning, decision making and governance has never been more important
- Our scientists have contributed strongly to the strategic vision of the nation
- The Government remains committed to provide the best support to our scientists and scientific institutions
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