Union Minister for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh today said that India stands at a critical juncture, with its scientific ecosystem making global contributions in areas ranging from space exploration and vaccine development to quantum technologies and deep-sea missions. He made these remarks while addressing the valedictory session of the first Indian National Science Academy and the Capacity Building Commission Administrative Training Programme in New Delhi. During the event, the minister also presented certificates and testimonials to the first batch of Scientists and Academicians on receiving a formal training course in administration and governance. Dr Singh said that scientific excellence alone is not sufficient to lead modern institutions, emphasising that scientists moving into leadership roles must also be equipped with governance, administrative and financial management capabilities.
He said that the programme should not remain limited to a pilot initiative and called for its institutionalisation as a recurring national-level training platform. Dr Singh also urged the participants to apply the learnings from the programme within their respective organisations and emerge as change agents capable of improving institutional systems and governance practices.
