Research and academic institutions should "break silos" and work towards establishing strong linkages with laboratories and the industry for the benefit of the people, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday urged members of his scientific advisory council.
Modi interacted with members of the Prime Minister's Science, Technology and Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC) here, a statement from the Prime Minister's Office said.
The council renders advice on all matters related to science, technology and innovation, and monitors the implementation of the prime minister's vision on these issues.
Members of the council briefed the prime minister on various steps being taken to nurture innovation and research in key sectors of science and technology.
During his interaction, Modi said the "fruits of science, technology and innovation must reach the common man, solve common day-to-day problems, and facilitate ease of living for the people of India."