India’s R&D ecosystem is hindered by low private investment (0.64% of GDP) and weak commercialization. To evolve, India must transition from labor-intensive models to deep-tech innovation, leveraging initiatives like the ANRF and risk-sharing frameworks to bridge the lab-to-market gap.
Click to View MoreIndia aims to transform its R&D landscape into a global innovation hub. Despite rising publications, challenges persist—low Gross Expenditure on R&D (0.7% of GDP), weak industry-academia ties, and ethical issues. Initiatives like Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and India Research Tour boost inclusivity, ethics, and funding, driving 'Viksit Bharat 2047'.
Click to View MoreIndia’s GII 2025 rank of 38 reflects strong tech outputs and market dynamism but weaknesses in infrastructure, institutions, and business sophistication. Targeted reforms in R&D, digital infrastructure, inclusivity, and global collaboration could place India into the top 20 by 2030.
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