Northeast is Example of Economic Growth: Union Minister Jitendra Singh

Staff Reporter

GUWAHATI: Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh said that the Northeast region, once on the periphery of development, has become a shining example of growth embodying both economic progress and scientific innovations.

The Union minister said this while inaugurating the tenth edition of the India International Science Festival, 2024, at IIT Guwahati.

Singh also launched a centralized platform that will act as a repository for content related to science, technology, and innovation.

The India Science, Technology & Innovation (ISTI) portal will provide access to valuable information on fellowships, scholarships, funding opportunities, and startup initiatives, enabling students, scientists, researchers, youth, and the public to explore and leverage opportunities within the country.

Launching the platform, Singh said that the country has in the last 10 years seen a significant transformation in startups, biotechnology, space technology, and quantum science.

"India's remarkable growth story is deeply rooted in its advancements in science, technology, and innovation. Over the past decade, under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, we have seen a profound transformation across sectors-from the rise of start-ups to revolutionary breakthroughs in biotechnology, space technology, and quantum science," he said.

Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said, "The festival promises a dynamic exploration of science through events like young scientists' conclaves, science safaris, and tinker labs, aimed at igniting curiosity and fostering innovations among students. With India ranking among the top three in scientific research and excelling in startups, we are poised to become a global leader in innovation, supported by being the third highest producer of Ph.D.s worldwide.

IISF 2024 is expected to attract over 8,000 delegates, researchers, and leading scientific organisations, along with an additional 10,000 students from schools and colleges, fostering collaboration and innovation across disciplines."

The event will also feature exhibitions, workshops, and interactive sessions, making IISF 2024 a beacon of inspiration, bridging science, society, and innovation in a meaningful way.

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