Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted the crucial role of startups in fostering innovation and enhancing India’s research-industry ecosystem. This was underscored during the Research-Industry-Startup-Entrepreneurship (RISE) Conclave held at the Chennai Trade Centre. At the event, the minister inaugurated the ‘Startup Expo’ and engaged with entrepreneurs showcasing their innovations.
The ‘Startup Expo’ featured over 100 startups linked to technologies developed by CSIR laboratories like CSIR-CLRI, CSIR-CECRI, and CSIR-SERC. These startups presented cutting-edge advancements in areas such as advanced materials, electrochemical technologies, infrastructure systems, sustainable manufacturing, and deep-tech solutions. The exhibition highlighted the increasing impact of CSIR’s efforts in technology transfer and commercialization.
Bringing together stakeholders from academia, research institutions, industry, and the startup ecosystem, the event reaffirmed the government’s dedication to promoting innovation-driven growth. It aimed to expedite the transformation of scientific research into practical applications for society and industry, aligning with the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat at 2047.’
