14/06/2026
Shri Pralhad Joshi, Hon'ble Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, delivered the keynote valedictory address at , highlighting India's emergence as a confident, aspirational nation driven by innovation, entrepreneurship, and indigenous technological capabilities.
Reflecting on India's growing needs and ambitions, he noted that the country's scale presents both challenges and opportunities. From concerns over food security in the past to becoming a rapidly expanding manufacturing and innovation hub today, India has demonstrated remarkable progress through scientific advancement and strategic policymaking.
Shri Joshi emphasized that the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 will be achieved through stronger manufacturing capabilities, robust infrastructure, world-class research, and homegrown technologies tailored to India's unique requirements. He highlighted India's young population as a key driver of innovation and pointed to the significant growth in sectors such as electronics and mobile manufacturing as evidence of the country's increasing self-reliance and global competitiveness.
Underscoring the importance of start-ups and entrepreneurs, he called upon India's youth to embrace innovation, take calculated risks, and develop indigenous solutions that address national challenges. He also noted that the Government has created a conducive ecosystem through policy support, infrastructure development, and innovation-focused initiatives, enabling Indian entrepreneurs and innovators to thrive.
His address underscored that the path to Viksit Bharat 2047 lies in empowering innovators, strengthening manufacturing, advancing indigenous technologies, and fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem that transforms India's challenges into opportunities for global leadership.
Dr Jitendra Singh CSIR, India Geetha Vani Rayasam CSIR National Aerospace Laboratories Central Food Technological Research Institute CSIR Fourth Paradigm Institute Department of Science and Technology, Government of India Department of Biotechnology, India BRIC DBT ISRO - Indian Space Research Organisation Ministry of Earth Sciences Government of India Pralhad Joshi Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India
