Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh addressed the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research during its 84th Foundation Day celebration on Friday. The Science and Technology Minister declared that nations will achieve geopolitical power through technological independence in future decades. He praised India's evolution into a technology-focused country while emphasizing the importance of developing capabilities in emerging scientific fields. The minister highlighted CSIR's network of 37 research facilities operating throughout the nation.
Singh referenced the organization's establishment in 1942 and acknowledged pioneering leaders who established India's pharmaceutical research foundation. He cited recent breakthroughs such as the domestically produced antibiotic Nafithromycin as examples of successful scientific collaboration. The minister described CSIR innovations that enhanced farmer earnings through lavender farming in Jammu and Kashmir and tulip development in Palampur. He outlined a strategic framework based on awareness, affordability, and accessibility principles.
Singh referenced the organization's establishment in 1942 and acknowledged pioneering leaders who established India's pharmaceutical research foundation. He cited recent breakthroughs such as the domestically produced antibiotic Nafithromycin as examples of successful scientific collaboration. The minister described CSIR innovations that enhanced farmer earnings through lavender farming in Jammu and Kashmir and tulip development in Palampur. He outlined a strategic framework based on awareness, affordability, and accessibility principles.
