Thread. Many thanks for the overwhelming messages. It is a great responsibility, working together we can overcome any barrier. We have our task cut out. Connect science to society and society to science.S&T can be the fulcrum for change: Agri, health, environment, development.
Speedy and sustainable development is possible when we scientists are organically connected with society and society sees value in scientific approaches. For this, scientists must come from every section of society.
Democratise access to science, so citizens from any background can access S&T opportunities, and lead. For this, one’s language should not be a hurdle, but an advantage. The best of science should be accessible in any of our languages
Strengthen foundations of quality-science, expand to all parts of the country. Fundamental research is a basic human quest, which yields knowledge and discoveries, prepare us for the unknown as nothing else can. Apply available and new tech for national transformation.
Partner and lead globally so India plays her responsible role in stewardship of the planet’s health, from the oceans, land, and skies. Climate change, global- warming, one-health, the environment; all require continued and increasing Indian engagement.
