Union Education Minister calls for higher private sector investment in research, innovation
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Summary
Science and technology must move to the forefront of national development, with a human-centric approach that brings tangible benefits to society, says Dharmendra Pradhan at the IIT Madras Technology Summit 2026
Key Facts
Type Research
Source The Hindu - National
Published Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Affected Population ~1 million researchers, R&D ecosystem
Key Numbers
R&D spending: 0.7% of GDP
Gaganyaan: Rs 12,000 crore investment
India Innovation Index: 40th globally (2024)
Education budget: Rs 1.25 lakh crore (2025-26)
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right