New Delhi: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Emerging Science & Technology Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on 3rd November at around 9:30 AM. The three-day conclave, scheduled from 3–5 November 2025, aims to foster collaboration among academia, industry and government, strengthening India’s innovation and research ecosystem.
Major boost to research and innovation ecosystem
In a landmark move for India’s scientific landscape, the Prime Minister will also launch the ₹1 Lakh Crore Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund during the event. The initiative is designed to promote a private sector–led research and development ecosystem, empowering industries to spearhead high-impact R&D projects.
The RDI Fund represents one of India’s most significant financial commitments to advancing research and innovation. It will help bridge the gap between academic research and industrial application by incentivising collaboration, technology transfer and commercialisation of indigenous innovations.
Diverse participation and global collaboration
ESTIC 2025 will witness participation from more than 3,000 delegates, including Nobel Laureates, eminent scientists, innovators and policymakers. Representatives from leading academic and research institutions, industry, and government will also attend, along with international experts offering a global perspective on emerging scientific and technological advancements.
The conclave aligns with India’s vision of becoming a global leader in science and technology. It seeks to promote dialogue across sectors, encouraging partnerships that will drive innovation-led economic growth and sustainable development.
Eleven thematic areas for deliberation
Deliberations at the conclave will focus on 11 key thematic areas that represent the cutting edge of science and technology. These include:
- Advanced Materials & Manufacturing
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Bio-Manufacturing
- Blue Economy
- Digital Communications
- Electronics & Semiconductor Manufacturing
- Emerging Agriculture Technologies
- Energy, Environment & Climate
- Health & Medical Technologies
- Quantum Science & Technology
- Space Technologies
Each theme will explore opportunities for advancing research, developing indigenous technologies and fostering innovation-driven growth across key sectors.
Platform for innovation and knowledge exchange
Over three days, ESTIC 2025 will feature expert lectures, panel discussions, technology showcases and interactive sessions. These will provide opportunities for researchers, industry leaders and innovators to collaborate, share insights and explore practical applications of scientific discoveries.
The conclave will also highlight India’s achievements in emerging technologies, showcasing innovations from national laboratories, research institutions and start-ups. It aims to build stronger linkages between scientific research and entrepreneurial implementation, creating a robust and sustainable innovation ecosystem.
Strengthening India’s science and technology vision
ESTIC 2025 comes at a pivotal time when India’s science and technology sector is growing rapidly. With a flourishing start-up ecosystem, expanding digital infrastructure and increasing global collaborations, India’s research and innovation capabilities are becoming globally competitive.
Prime Minister Modi’s participation reflects the government’s ongoing commitment to empowering young researchers, supporting advanced innovation and fostering a future-ready, knowledge-driven economy.
Conclusion
The launch of the ₹1 Lakh Crore RDI Scheme and the inauguration of ESTIC 2025 mark a significant milestone in India’s journey towards building a self-reliant and globally competitive innovation ecosystem. The conclave is poised to position India as a hub for scientific excellence, technological leadership and inclusive development.