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IISF 2024: Guwahati Science Declaration To Chart India's Path To Becoming Global Manufacturing Hub


Published on 2024-11-30 23:02:11 - Tim Hastings, N@N
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  • An action plan will be prepared to step up science and technology-led manufacturing capabilities in three key areas - healthcare, energy, and carbon capture utilisation and storage (CCUS)

The Guwahati Science Declaration, unveiled at the India International Science Festival (IISF) 2024, emphasizes India's ambition to become a global manufacturing hub and a key player in international supply chains. The declaration highlights the importance of science, technology, and innovation in achieving sustainable development goals, fostering economic growth, and enhancing India's self-reliance. It calls for increased investment in research and development, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and leveraging traditional knowledge alongside modern science. The document also underscores the need for India to lead in areas like renewable energy, biotechnology, and space technology, while advocating for policies that support innovation, entrepreneurship, and the integration of science education in schools to cultivate a scientific temper among the youth.

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