Last 10 years have witnessed manifold rise in Indo-German collaboration”. This was the instant response of Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Earth Sciences, MoS PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions Dr. Jitendra Singh when Federal Minister of Education and Research of Germany, Ms. Bettina Stark-Watzinger congratulated him on the Golden Jubilee celebration of Indo-German collaboration in Science & Technology.
The very first engagement of the German Minister who arrived at the national capital this morning was a high-level delegation meeting with India’s Science Minister. ndia and Germany commemorated 50 years of successful collaboration in science and technology at a landmark event attended by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh and Federal Minister of Education and Research of Germany, Ms. Bettina Stark-Watzinger. The Golden Jubilee celebration, held in New Delhi, reflected on the remarkable advancements achieved through this long-standing partnership and set the stage for deeper cooperation in the coming decades.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized that the Indo-German partnership in science and technology has grown significantly over the past decade, contributing to both nations’ progress in various scientific fields. “This is a golden jubilee of a golden collaboration,” the Minister remarked. “What began 50 years ago has transformed into a robust, multi-faceted relationship that has touched almost every aspect of science and technology, from space exploration to biotechnology, and from climate action to artificial intelligence.”
He expressed gratitude for the active involvement of the scientific communities from both countries, noting that their dedication has been pivotal in advancing the bilateral relationship. “The past 50 years have laid a solid foundation, and I am confident that the next 50 years will bring even more impactful innovations and breakthroughs for both nations. Together, India and Germany will continue to address global challenges through cutting-edge scientific research and technological innovation,” Dr. Jitendra Singh said.
Highlighting India’s remarkable strides under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, Dr. Jitendra Singh pointed to India’s rise as a global leader in space technology. “India’s space journey has seen a quantum leap, culminating in our Chandrayaan-3 mission, which made India the first country to land on the southern pole of the moon,” he said. “This milestone, coupled with the opening of the space sector to private players, showcases India’s commitment to embracing the future of space exploration.”
Union Minister also underscored the role of biotechnology in transforming India’s scientific landscape, revealing that India has grown from just 50 biotech startups to over 8,000 in a span of 10 years. He highlighted the recent introduction of India’s Bio-E3 initiative, which focuses on biotechnology for the environment, economy, and employment. “We foresee biotechnology playing a major role in driving the next industrial revolution, and India is already positioning itself as a leader in this field,” he added.
