The Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh has announced the new Science and Technology innovation policy’ 2013 at the Centenary Session of the Indian Science Congress in Kolkata today. Dr. Singh handed over the first copy of the new policy to the President Mr. Pranab Mukherjee. The President inaugurated the five day long centenary session of the Indian Science Congress at Salt Lake Stadium.
Addressing the session, Prime Minister stressed the need for innovation and experiment in the field of science and technology for rapid and inclusive growth. Dr. Singh said that the tools of science must be harnessed to cater to the needs of the under privileged. He said, academic and research systems must foster innovation and entrepreneurship and link up with those interested in commercial development. The Prime Minister called for application of science and technology for solving social problems.
The Prime Minister said that the transformation of agriculture must be top priority of public policies, including science and technology.
Union Science & Technology Minister Jaipal Reddy, Union Communication & Information Technology Minister Kapil Sibal, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and other dignitaries from the field of Science & Technology were also present on the occasion.
Our correspondent reports the theme of the congress is-Science for shaping the future of India- which reflects the dream of every generation of scientists.