NITI Aayog

NITI Aayog is the premier policy think tank of the Government of India, providing directional and policy inputs.

[Abhay Karandikar @karandi65]

As the Modi Government completes two years of its third term and 12 years of transformative governance, I feel privileged to have been associated with the operationalisation of two key initiatives aimed at strengthening India’s R&D ecosystem:

1.⁠ ⁠ Anusandhan National Research Foundation - ANRF
2.⁠ ⁠Research, Development and Innovation Fund (RDIF)

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𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
The Government has launched the Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) Scheme 2026 as a flagship initiative to attract global Indian talent to premier institutions in India for high-impact research, teaching and academic mentorship.

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Dr. M. Srinivas, Member, NITI Aayog, chaired a meeting of the Expert Group on Strengthening the Emergency and Trauma Care System in the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi at NITI Aayog today. The meeting conducted a comprehensive review of emergency and trauma care services across Delhi, mapped key gaps and challenges, and discussed a roadmap for developing an accessible, affordable, and high-quality emergency care ecosystem for the region.

The meeting was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), Government of NCT of Delhi, AIIMS New Delhi, DGHS, MCD, NDMC, and the private healthcare sector, who participated in the deliberations.

Dr. M. Srinivas highlighted the need for a citizen-centric, integrated, and technology-enabled emergency care ecosystem to ensure timely access to quality care for all residents.

#ViksitBharat2047 #EmergencyCareReforms

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[Abhay Karandikar @karandi65]

Delighted to deliver the Keynote address at the 16th India-Israel Forum meeting on Quantum Technologies in New Delhi.

India’s National Quantum Mission #NQM is providing a strong national platform to accelerate research, innovation, startups, skilled manpower and international collaborations across quantum computing, communications, sensing and materials.

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Shri Rajiv Gauba, Member, NITI Aayog, delivered the Valedictory Address at the 25th Round of Phase III Mid-Career Training Programme (MCTP) for IAS officers at LBSNAA, Mussoorie. The programme focused on strengthening leadership, public service delivery, project appraisal, and governance capabilities for senior responsibilities in State Governments and the Government of India.

In his address, he emphasised the need for continuous policy, institutional, and regulatory reforms to realise the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047. Reflecting on reforms in sectors such as defence, space, and telecom, he highlighted how dismantling archaic restrictions and opening up regulated domains can drive innovation, investment, and industrial growth. He also noted that India’s progress in infrastructure, digital public platforms, and economic integration provides a strong foundation for the next phase of development.

Emphasising a shift in the grammar of governance, Shri Gauba called for moving from a colonial mindset of systemic distrust to Jan Vishwas or trust-based governance. He also stressed addressing “regulatory cholesterol” through simplified permissions, risk-based regulation, faster decision-making, flatter hierarchies, and stronger delegation with accountability, urging officers to implement reforms that outlast their tenure and strengthen institutions for a developed India.

#GovernanceReforms #LBSNAA

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Chief Minister of Assam Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma called on Dr. Ashok Kumar Lahiri, Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog, along with senior colleagues, to discuss Assam’s economic growth trajectory and key development priorities.

The discussions focused on the State’s progress across various sectors, emerging opportunities for growth, and Assam’s increasing contribution to the development of the North-East region. Dr. Sarma also highlighted key challenges and bottlenecks faced by the State, enabling a constructive exchange on policy interventions and pathways to further accelerate economic development.

The meeting reflected a shared commitment towards fostering sustainable and inclusive growth, strengthening regional development, and advancing the vision of Viksit Bharat through the continued progress of Assam.

#NorthEastIndia #Assam

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Prof. M. Srinivas, Member, NITI Aayog, as Chief Guest, delivered Keynote address at the ‘National Consultation on Countering Nicotine and Tobacco Addiction in India: From Evidence to Action’, organized by ICMR-National Institute Of Cancer Prevention & Research.

Prof. M. Srinivas exhorted that India's response to tobacco and nicotine addiction must be guided by science. Nicotine, irrespective of its delivery mechanism, poses significant risks, particularly to children and young people.

He further emphasised that as new nicotine products emerge, policies, regulations, and public health strategies must evolve with equal urgency to protect future generations and advance the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047.

#ViksitBharat #TobaccoControl

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National Convening on Engaging Public & Private Sector CSR for Nutrition in Aspirational Geographies

At the National Convening on Engaging Public & Private Sector CSR for Nutrition in Aspirational Geographies, Shri Rohit Kumar, Additional Secretary, NITI Aayog and Mission Director, Aspirational Districts and Aspirational Blocks Programme, emphasized the importance of convergence and partnerships to accelerate nutrition outcomes in high-burden geographies.

In his keynote address, he highlighted that nutrition is a critical measure of governance and a foundation for national productivity and reiterated the role of the 3Cs (Convergence, Collaboration and Competition) in driving the Aspirational Districts and Blocks framework. He called for CSR investments to be aligned with priority geographies, strengthen public systems and enable data-driven, last-mile delivery, while also underscoring the need to focus on capacity building, behaviour change and real-time monitoring through shared platforms.

Convened by UNICEF India in collaboration with the Department of Public Enterprises, Ministry of Finance, the event brought together representatives from NITI Aayog, DPE, MWCD, MCA and UNICEF, along with CPSEs, private sector leaders and development partners to advance a more coordinated and outcome-focused approach to nutrition.

#AspirationalDistricts #AspirationalBlocks

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Transforming Environmental Monitoring Through Hyperspectral Imaging

Pixxel is an Indian space-tech startup building hyperspectral imaging satellites capable of capturing Earth data across 250+ spectral bands at 5-meter resolution.

Its technology enables precise monitoring of pollution, water quality, biodiversity, carbon estimation, and ecosystem changes, supporting climate action and sustainable resource management.

From launching ‘Shakuntala’ aboard SpaceX Falcon-9 to deploying ‘Anand’ through ISRO’s PSLV-C54 mission, Pixxel is strengthening India’s deeptech and space innovation ecosystem in line with the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat.

#Pixxel #SpaceTech

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NITI Aayog’s Frontier Tech Hub has unveiled “Future of India’s Semiconductor Industry”, a 10-year roadmap outlining India’s vision for strengthening its position across the global semiconductor value chain.

Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Hon’ble Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, and Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting and Electronics & Information Technology, launched the roadmap on 29 May 2026 in the presence of Shri Ashok Lahiri, Hon’ble Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog, to chart India’s next phase of semiconductor growth and leadership.

Leadership in frontier technologies is not built in short cycles. It calls for long-term planning, sustained capability development and the foresight to invest ahead of demand. This roadmap outlines that path for one of the world’s most critical technology value chains.

As India moves from ecosystem creation to ecosystem deepening, the roadmap sets out an ambitious vision of building a USD 120–150 billion semiconductor ecosystem by 2035, while identifying key priorities and emerging opportunities across the semiconductor value chain.

The full roadmap is now available on the NITI Aayog Frontier Tech Hub website.

Read here: https://t.co/t632ohsCeD

#FrontierTechHub #SemiconductorIndustry

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#DidYouKnow

Wayanad district in Kerala demonstrated how a coordinated, community-driven approach can accelerate financial inclusion and social security coverage.

Under the SURAKSHA campaign, the district mobilised banks, local institutions, SHGs, and community networks to drive awareness and simplify enrollment in key social security schemes. Special outreach efforts ensured inclusion of remote and tribal communities.

Within 2 years (2023-2025), the initiative achieved 100% household saturation with ~4.2 lakh enrollments across schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), and Atal Pension Yojana (APY) - significantly improving financial protection for vulnerable populations.

The model strengthened resilience and ensured timely support to families through claim settlements.

These achievements have been documented on the NITI for States (NFS) Knowledge Portal - an initiative under the State Support Mission.

Explore more from across States and UTs on the NITI for States Portal: https://t.co/IYKxtaGxCT

#NITIforStates #StateSupportMission

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Prof. M. Srinivas, Member, NITI Aayog participated in “Translating What’s Next: Securing the Future of Innovation” organised by FITT, IIT Delhi at the Research & Innovation Park, IIT Delhi today.

He delivered a Special Address on Innovation in India’s Healthcare Sector, sharing the Government’s vision for strengthening translational research, digital health, and scalable healthcare solutions for India.

#HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth

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Dr. Shekhar C. Mande @shekhar_mande, President, @insa_academy, Distinguished Professor at Savitribai Phule Pune University, and former Director General, @CSIR_IND, called on me today at the @NITIAayog office.

We had a meaningful discussion on strengthening India’s science, technology and innovation ecosystem, and the role that INSA can play in working with NITI Aayog for various policy initiatives.

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Kriyo: Transforming School Management Through Digital Innovation

Kriyo is a digital platform simplifying school administration and parent communication. Founded by Sucharitha Dasireddy (IIM-A), Shashi Reddy (ISB), and Shyam Reddy (IIT-Kharagpur), the platform enables schools to digitize processes such as admissions, fee payments, attendance tracking, and school-parent communication through a simple and accessible interface.

Today, Kriyo supports 5,000+ schools across 117 countries, with 10,000+ Android installs and over 100,000 parent app downloads. The platform has also received strong user ratings between 4.0–4.8 and was recognized under the Google & MeitY App Scale Academy for its contribution to India’s growing digital ecosystem.

About the Repository: NITI Aayog’s Frontier Tech Repository is a curated platform featuring proven, impact-driven technology use cases addressing real-world challenges across India. Developed by the Frontier Tech Hub in collaboration with The Better India, the repository showcases 200+ case studies across sectors including Agriculture, Healthcare, Education, Space, and Defence & Security. With an integrated AI Assistant and a unique ‘Build Your Own’ feature, the platform serves as a one-stop destination to discover, scale, and replicate frontier technology solutions.

Read the full story: https://t.co/rbgESG5O5F

Explore more: https://t.co/rvGuty7rcf

#PMOIndia #NITIAayog #DigitalIndia #NEP2020 #EdTech #StartupIndia #Innovation #SchoolEducation

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In today's rapidly evolving economy, digital adoption is no longer an option; it is essential for growth, competitiveness, and long-term success. Today, we launched an initiative to conduct 1 lakh MSME Digital Maturity Assessments through DxEdge in collaboration with CII and NITI Aayog. This programme will help businesses assess their digital readiness, identify opportunities for improvement, and chart a clear path towards technology adoption and digital transformation. Delighted to be joined on this occasion by Ms. Madhu Vasanthy, Principal Advisor, DxEdge.
#MSMEwaveInAP

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Former Chief Minister of Tripura Shri Biplab Kumar Deb called on Shri Ashok Kumar Lahiri, Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog, for a courtesy meeting and discussions on key economic issues concerning Tripura.

The discussions focused on regional economic challenges and development opportunities in Tripura, drawing upon the extensive understanding and experience of both leaders on the economic landscape of West Bengal and Eastern India.

#PMOInida #NITIAayog #Tripura #EconomicDevelopment #RegionalGrowth #ViksitBharat #NorthEastIndia

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Dr. M. Srinivas, Member, NITI Aayog, chaired a roundtable discussion at the ICMR–Medical Innovations Patent Mitra: Innovators to Industry Connect (I2I Connect) at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, alongside key stakeholders from the biomedical innovation ecosystem.

Fruitful discussions were held on accelerating the translation of indigenous health innovations, strengthening industry–research partnerships, and advancing India’s med-tech ecosystem in line with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. Further action points were identified to take these discussions forward.

#PMOIndia #NITIAayog #ICMR #MedTech #Innovation #ViksitBharat2047

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Shri Ashok Lahiri, Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog, along with the NITI Aayog team, held a meeting with Shri Suvendu Adhikari, Chief Minister of West Bengal. The discussion centred on the opportunities and challenges of West Bengal.

#PMOIndia #NITIAayog #WestBengal #CooperativeFederalism #Development #PublicPolicy

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Maharashtra is a state where history, culture, and modernity come together to form a dynamic and diverse identity. From bustling cities to ancient caves and coastal landscapes, it offers a wide range of experiences.

Landmarks such as the Ajanta and Ellora Caves, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, reflect its rich historical legacy, while Mumbai represents its contemporary spirit. Festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi bring communities together in vibrant celebration.

An initiative of NITI Aayog, Divya Bharat – A Window to the Soul of India is a curated national effort to showcase the country’s diverse cultural, spiritual, and natural heritage. Through a state-wise journey, it brings together India’s rich traditions, iconic landscapes, vibrant festivals, and living heritage, offering a holistic narrative of the nation’s unity in diversity.

Access the full publication:
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Experience a curated glimpse of India’s States and Union Territories, watch now: https://t.co/PjLSKLMVFp

#PMOIndia #NITIAayog #DivyaBharat #Maharashtra #IncredibleIndia #Bollywood #CulturalHeritage #ExploreIndia

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