Business Standard

Young Indian scientists must innovate, patent, prosper: PM Modi

Prime Minister Modi expresses happiness at India improving its ranking in the Global Innovation Index to 52.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, I-STEM portal, Science and Technology Minister Harsh Vardhan, Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa
Premium

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches the I-STEM portal as Science and Technology Minister Harsh Vardhan and Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa (L) look on, during the inauguration of 107th Indian Science Congress. Photo: PTI

Press Trust of India Bengaluru
India's progress depends on scientists who must "innovate, patent, produce and prosper”, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday 

"The growth story of India depends on its success in science and technology sector. There is a need to transform the landscape of Indian science, technology and innovation," Modi said in Bengaluru after inaugurating the 107th Session of Indian Science Congress.

"My motto for the young scientists in this country is -Innovate, Patent, Produce and Prosper. These four steps will lead our country towards faster development. 

"If we innovate we will patent and that in turn will make our production smoother and when we

What you get on BS Premium?

  • Unlock 30+ premium stories daily hand-picked by our editors, across devices on browser and app.
  • Pick your 5 favourite companies, get a daily email with all news updates on them.
  • Full access to our intuitive epaper - clip, save, share articles from any device; newspaper archives from 2006.
  • Preferential invites to Business Standard events.
  • Curated newsletters on markets, personal finance, policy & politics, start-ups, technology, and more.
VIEW ALL FAQs

Need More Information - write to us at assist@bsmail.in