BuzzBytes News Desk
NEW DELHI, June 4: In a significant move aimed at strengthening India’s research and innovation ecosystem, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space, Jitendra Singh on Wednesday announced an Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)-supported digital portal to facilitate training in patent filing and research paper writing for researchers, students and innovators across the country.
The announcement was made during a Joint Review Meeting of Secretaries from the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space.
The meeting reviewed progress on key scientific initiatives, institutional coordination mechanisms, science administration reforms, outreach programmes and preparations for upcoming national science events.
Among those present were Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India Ajay Kumar Sood, Secretary DBT Rajesh S Gokhale, Chief Executive Officer of Anusandhan National Research Foundation Shivkumar Kalyanaraman, along with senior officials from various scientific departments.
Dr. Jitendra Singh said the newly launched portal would serve as an important capacity-building platform by providing structured support in scientific writing, publication processes, intellectual property protection and patent-related procedures.
He noted that easier access to such resources would improve the quality of research output, enhance innovation outcomes and help researchers convert scientific discoveries into publications and intellectual property assets.
Emphasising the need for greater coordination among scientific institutions, the Minister said organisations working under different departments must function in a collaborative and integrated manner to maximise national gains from research, innovation and public investments in science and technology.
Observing that several institutions often undertake complementary work without adequate awareness of developments in other departments, he stressed the need for regular interaction among laboratories and research organisations.
Dr. Singh directed that structured mechanisms be established for sharing information on major projects, technological achievements and institutional capabilities so that expertise available within one department can be effectively utilised by others.
Highlighting the importance of showcasing scientific accomplishments, he suggested that review meetings should regularly feature presentations on notable achievements from laboratories and institutions.
“Such an approach will not only enhance visibility of scientific accomplishments but also promote cross-learning and collaboration among institutions working in similar domains,” he said.
The Minister also underlined the growing importance of science communication and called for a coordinated outreach strategy across scientific departments.
He urged institutions to make greater use of digital platforms, social media and emerging communication tools to present scientific achievements in a manner that is easily accessible to citizens, students, startups and researchers.
Dr. Singh further suggested exploring common communication platforms to improve dissemination of scientific success stories and innovation outcomes across the country’s scientific ecosystem.
Reviewing the Capacity Building for Science Administration initiative, he said scientists taking up leadership and administrative roles require greater familiarity with governance systems, financial regulations and institutional management practices.
He advocated expanding such programmes and integrating them with ongoing capacity-building efforts under Mission Karmayogi to strengthen scientific administration across institutions.
The Minister also reviewed departmental performance indicators relating to file disposal, grievance redressal, litigation management and expenditure.
Stressing administrative efficiency, he directed departments to closely monitor governance-related performance parameters and ensure timely disposal of files, effective grievance handling and improved implementation of schemes and projects.
Dr. Singh also reviewed preparations for ESTIC 2026 and said the event should emerge as a major platform for showcasing India’s scientific achievements, innovation ecosystem and emerging technology capabilities.
He called for wider participation by scientific institutions, startups, industry representatives, students and young innovators, while encouraging stronger engagement with international experts and thought leaders.
Discussions during the meeting also covered outreach programmes, institutional communication strategies, ANRF initiatives, the newly launched research support portal and progress on various scientific programmes being implemented across departments.
The Minister emphasised the need for sustained engagement between scientific institutions and society to ensure that scientific advancements translate into wider public awareness and tangible societal benefits.
The meeting concluded with a collective commitment to strengthen cooperation among scientific departments, enhance institutional capacities and improve the visibility and societal impact of scientific research and innovation in the country.
(BuzzBytes)
Centre Launches ANRF Portal to Strengthen Research Ecosystem
Jitendra Singh announces digital platform for patent filing and research writing; calls for greater scientific collaboration
BuzzBytes News Desk
NEW DELHI, June 4: In a significant move aimed at strengthening India’s research and innovation ecosystem, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space, Jitendra Singh on Wednesday announced an Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)-supported digital portal to facilitate training in patent filing and research paper writing for researchers, students and innovators across the country.
The announcement was made during a Joint Review Meeting of Secretaries from the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space.
The meeting reviewed progress on key scientific initiatives, institutional coordination mechanisms, science administration reforms, outreach programmes and preparations for upcoming national science events.
Among those present were Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India Ajay Kumar Sood, Secretary DBT Rajesh S Gokhale, Chief Executive Officer of Anusandhan National Research Foundation Shivkumar Kalyanaraman, along with senior officials from various scientific departments.
Dr. Jitendra Singh said the newly launched portal would serve as an important capacity-building platform by providing structured support in scientific writing, publication processes, intellectual property protection and patent-related procedures.
He noted that easier access to such resources would improve the quality of research output, enhance innovation outcomes and help researchers convert scientific discoveries into publications and intellectual property assets.
Emphasising the need for greater coordination among scientific institutions, the Minister said organisations working under different departments must function in a collaborative and integrated manner to maximise national gains from research, innovation and public investments in science and technology.
Observing that several institutions often undertake complementary work without adequate awareness of developments in other departments, he stressed the need for regular interaction among laboratories and research organisations.
Dr. Singh directed that structured mechanisms be established for sharing information on major projects, technological achievements and institutional capabilities so that expertise available within one department can be effectively utilised by others.
Highlighting the importance of showcasing scientific accomplishments, he suggested that review meetings should regularly feature presentations on notable achievements from laboratories and institutions.
“Such an approach will not only enhance visibility of scientific accomplishments but also promote cross-learning and collaboration among institutions working in similar domains,” he said.
The Minister also underlined the growing importance of science communication and called for a coordinated outreach strategy across scientific departments.
He urged institutions to make greater use of digital platforms, social media and emerging communication tools to present scientific achievements in a manner that is easily accessible to citizens, students, startups and researchers.
Dr. Singh further suggested exploring common communication platforms to improve dissemination of scientific success stories and innovation outcomes across the country’s scientific ecosystem.
Reviewing the Capacity Building for Science Administration initiative, he said scientists taking up leadership and administrative roles require greater familiarity with governance systems, financial regulations and institutional management practices.
He advocated expanding such programmes and integrating them with ongoing capacity-building efforts under Mission Karmayogi to strengthen scientific administration across institutions.
The Minister also reviewed departmental performance indicators relating to file disposal, grievance redressal, litigation management and expenditure.
Stressing administrative efficiency, he directed departments to closely monitor governance-related performance parameters and ensure timely disposal of files, effective grievance handling and improved implementation of schemes and projects.
Dr. Singh also reviewed preparations for ESTIC 2026 and said the event should emerge as a major platform for showcasing India’s scientific achievements, innovation ecosystem and emerging technology capabilities.
He called for wider participation by scientific institutions, startups, industry representatives, students and young innovators, while encouraging stronger engagement with international experts and thought leaders.
Discussions during the meeting also covered outreach programmes, institutional communication strategies, ANRF initiatives, the newly launched research support portal and progress on various scientific programmes being implemented across departments.
The Minister emphasised the need for sustained engagement between scientific institutions and society to ensure that scientific advancements translate into wider public awareness and tangible societal benefits.
The meeting concluded with a collective commitment to strengthen cooperation among scientific departments, enhance institutional capacities and improve the visibility and societal impact of scientific research and innovation in the country.
(BuzzBytes)
