More than 55 Startups have registered with the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), Department of Space, almost two years since the Indian Space Department and ISRO opened private companies, with the intervention of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. . In addition, 75 students satellites are scheduled to be launched this year to coincide with AzadiKaAmritMahotsav, which celebrates 75 years of Indian Independence.
This was announced here today by the Minister of State (Independent ) Science and Technology; Minister of State (Independent) Earth Science; MoS PMO, Employees, Public Complaints, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Environment, Drs. Jitendra Singh while presiding over the 4th joint meeting of all Science Ministers and departments.The Minister said, this alone is a great and sad development given the fact that over the years, the Department of Environment and ISRO have been operating out of reach of others and over the past two years, the declaration of independence has opened up. the players were recommended by the media as the “Opening” of the Indian Space industry. This, he said, is only possible because PM Modi has the courage and confidence to make decisions in the box for the benefit of the nation and break. expired taboos.
Proposals related to satellites
Dr. Jitendra Singh further stated that of the 55 proposals, 29 are related to Satellite, 10 are related to Space Applications and Products, 8 are related to Launch Vehicle and 8 are related to Ground Systems and Research. He said, 9 proposals from Start-ups are expected to be completed by 2022-23.Secretary, Department of Environment, S. Somnath provided satellite information to 75 students and Azadisat scheduled for launch this year to coincide with AzadiKaAmritMahotsav, celebrating 75 years of India’s Independence.
Dr. Jitendra Singh also announced at the joint meeting that the significant implementation of S&T solutions to 204 unique issues from 38 Line Ministries obtained by Scientific Applications and Technological Solutions by all six S&T departments coordinated by CSIR. He said, ideas have been received about the areas of participation in all departments, and DBT and ISRO have submitted leadership leads in developing solutions / distribution of a few challenges. He said various scientific applications in fields such as agriculture, food, education, skills, railways, roads, Jal Shakti, electricity and coal were being processed since the launch of the program in September last year.
DrJitendra Singh also informed that the CSIR with the help of the North East Council (NEC) has identified 50 issues that require S&T intervention in the North East Provinces and the same has been shared with DST and shared with the Department of Broadcasting. 5 of the 8 NE provinces have already begun implementing STI policy. With regard to STI Mapping of States and UTs work has been completed in all 28 provinces and 6 UTs, the Minister informed.On the issue of the unified portfolio of all corporate and bursary programs, the Minister was informed that the first meeting of Working Group Members from DST and DBT was held on 4 April and the design of Scholarship / Fellowship programs under the Department of Science and Technology. initiated on the recommendations of the DGCSIR-led Committee.
Dr. Jitendra Singh also proposed the Science News Center, which will serve as the Ministerial Integrated Media Cell for all S&T departments and VigyanPrasar will be integrated into it. He asked existing departments and officials to advertise the success stories of the departments and beginners and advertise themselves where possible. He also instructed that a workshop on success stories should be organized from time to time.
comprehensive review of the draft agenda
During the meeting, DrJitendra Singh made a comprehensive review of the draft agenda of the upcoming S&T Provincial Ministerial Conference and areas such as Srinagar, Shimla, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad were discussed at the first National Science Conclave. The Minister suggested that meaningful and stakeholder discussions could be included in the Conclave involving provinces, industry representatives and other stakeholders.
The meeting was attended by the Chief Science Adviser to the Government of India, Secretary, D / o Space, Secretary, M / o Earth Sciences, Secretary, D / o Biotechnology, Secretary, Technical Development Board and representatives and senior officials of other science departments. .
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