Union Minister of State for Education Dr. Subhas Sarkar has emphasised on the importance of removing barriers to knowledge, promoting transparency, and fostering multidisciplinary collaborations. He was speaking at a seminar at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research in collaboration with ELSEVIER in Pune on Friday. The precursor events of 4th G20 Education Working Group Meeting and G20 Education Ministers Meeting kick started in Pune with this seminar. MoS (Education) cited several 'accessible science' initiatives of the Central Government, such as the Vaccine Maitri, Genome India Project, BHUVAN by the Indian Space Research Organisation, e-Shodhganga, SWAYAM, and SWAYAM-NPTEL platforms, as examples of successful collaborative efforts that have led to meaningful change and sustainable development.<br />'' <br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Dr. Sarkar also launched a report titled "The status and relevance of research collaborations for development, considering G20 nations" on the occasion. The seminar is part of the 4th and final Education Working Group (EDWG) meeting in Pune taking place from 19th to 21st June. The EDWG meeting comprises various precursor events, seminars, exhibitions, heritage excursions, and will culminate with the Education Ministerial meeting on 22nd June.</span><br />