Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh underscored the importance of building an indigenous India AI Open Stack foundational AI architecture embedded with science and engineering models tailored for Indian researchers. Chairing a comprehensive review of the Department of Science and Technology (DST) in New Delhi yesterday, he called for new and bold directions in science-driven growth, including AI-led innovations, deep tech startups, and enhanced infrastructure sharing.

The Ministry of Science and Technology, in a statement, said that during the meeting, Dr. Singh particularly focused on the evolving role of the newly constituted Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), as well as ongoing national missions like the Geospatial Initiative. He directed the newly appointed CEO of ANRF, Prof. Abhay Karandikar, to engage with university Vice Chancellors to raise awareness about the ANRF mission and opportunities for collaboration.

The Minister further asked the ANRF to explore the possibility of helping medical colleges in establishing their own medical research parks with an aim to boost clinical innovation and local biotech entrepreneurship.