LIVE: NITI Aayog Releases India S&T Scoreboard in Delhi
NEW DELHI, November 3, 2026: The NITI Aayog released the ‘India S&T Scoreboard’ at an official event in New Delhi on Tuesday, with Vice Chairman Ashok Kumar Lahiri leading the launch. The event also featured Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Member of NITI Aayog, and Anurag Jain, Chief Executive Officer of the organisation.
The scoreboard is an important initiative aimed at presenting an overview of India's science and technology landscape. It is expected to serve as a reference for understanding the country's scientific capabilities, research activities and technological development.
The initiative comes at a time when science, technology and innovation are playing an increasingly important role in India's economic growth and development. Reliable information and measurable indicators are essential for assessing progress, identifying gaps and strengthening the country's research ecosystem.
By bringing science and technology-related information into a consolidated framework, the scoreboard can support policymakers, researchers, institutions and other stakeholders in understanding the broader research and innovation environment. It may also help facilitate evidence-based discussions on research priorities, technological advancement and future development strategies.
The participation of senior NITI Aayog leadership highlights the importance of science and technology in national planning and policy development. The initiative is aligned with the broader objective of strengthening India's scientific ecosystem and enhancing its capacity for innovation.
The release of the India S&T Scoreboard marks a significant step towards improving access to structured information on India's science and technology sector. Its usefulness will depend on the availability, quality and regular updating of relevant data, enabling stakeholders to track developments and support informed decision-making.
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