Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially inaugurated the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave 2026 during an opening ceremony held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The international gathering brought together leading scientific researchers, industry innovators, startup founders, and policymakers to discuss advancements across artificial intelligence, quantum computing, biotechnology, and renewable energy systems. In his inaugural address, the Prime Minister emphasized the central operational doctrine of Science for Society, calling on the research community to deliver tangible, measurable improvements in public welfare and economic self-reliance.
Modi highlighted India’s rapid expansion across global innovation indices, noting that targeted public investments in scientific infrastructure and deep-tech incubation are empowering indigenous research talent. He urged participating scientists to align laboratory exploration with critical national priorities, including water management, sustainable agriculture, and healthcare accessibility in underserved rural regions. Government ministers and institutional directors in attendance affirmed their commitment to fostering interdisciplinary partnerships between academic research centers and domestic industrial manufacturing hubs to accelerate practical technology adoption across the nation.
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