The Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026 concluded at Bharat Mandapam, featuring addresses by Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh and senior scientific officials. The conclave focused on outcome-oriented science, indigenous research, and stronger collaboration between industry and academia to support the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
During the valedictory session, two landmark documents were released: the National Vision Document for ESTIC 2026, which outlines long-term science, technology and innovation priorities across 12 ministries and departments, and the India: Science, Technology and Innovation Outlook 2026, an evidence-based account intended to support policymaking and scheduled to be updated annually.
Discussions during the event covered advanced manufacturing, ocean science, synthetic biology, autonomous systems, and agri-tech. Officials emphasised translating scientific research into practical societal solutions, expanding the contribution of advanced manufacturing, strengthening ocean observation systems, and preparing for future phases of the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems.
What it means
- The National Vision Document for ESTIC 2026 outlines the long-term science, technology and innovation priorities of 12 ministries and departments across 12 thematic areas aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047.
Source
Press Information Bureau, Government of India, “‘ESTIC 2026’ Concludes with a call by Dr Jitendra Singh for transformation through technology;”. Read the original release.
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