{"id":4966,"date":"2025-07-09T14:34:44","date_gmt":"2025-07-09T09:04:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/?p=4966"},"modified":"2025-07-09T14:34:44","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T09:04:44","slug":"india-targets-300-billion-bioeconomy-by-2030-dr-jitendra-singh-unveils-vision-at-world-bioproduct-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/?p=4966","title":{"rendered":"India Targets $300 Billion Bioeconomy by 2030: Dr. Jitendra Singh Unveils Vision at World Bioproduct Day"},"content":{"rendered":"
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India Targets $300 Billion Bioeconomy by 2030: Dr. Jitendra Singh Unveils Vision at World Bioproduct Day<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

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Posted On: 07 JUL 2025 5:28PM by PIB Delhi<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
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Union Minister of Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh today called for a wider public understanding and inclusive participation in India\u2019s biotechnology mission, stating that every Indian is a stakeholder in the country\u2019s bioeconomy. Speaking here during the nationwide celebration of World Bioproduct Day \u2013 The BioE3 Way, the Minister reiterated the government\u2019s commitment to realizing a $300 billion bioeconomy by 2030.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The event, organized by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and its agencies BIRAC and iBRIC+, marked a novel national experiment \u2014 \u2018Voices Across the Cities: A Synchronized National Hourly Dialogue Series\u2019. Over eight hours, select institutions across Indian cities hosted theme-based discussions on marine biomass, industrial valorisation, forest resources, and agri-residue innovations, reflecting the regional diversity of India\u2019s bioproduct capabilities.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Calling the format a \u201cbeautiful hybrid model,\u201d Dr. Jitendra Singh praised the decentralized and inclusive outreach. \u201cThis is more than a science event. It\u2019s an outreach movement,\u201d he said, adding that involving students, startups and industry leaders was essential to make the mission sustainable. \u201cIt is easy to start a startup. What\u2019s difficult is to keep it started,\u201d he said, underlining the need for early industry partnerships and financial support for biotech ventures.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Minister highlighted that India\u2019s biotechnology ecosystem has grown from just around 50 startups a decade ago to nearly 11,000 today \u2014 a leap made possible by policy backing and institutional partnerships. Referring to the recently launched BioE3 Policy, Dr. Jitendra Singh noted that it lays the groundwork for India to lead in sustainable biomanufacturing by aligning bioeconomy goals with environmental sustainability, economic growth, and equity.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cBioproducts aren\u2019t limited to laboratories anymore. They\u2019re about livelihoods \u2014 from biodegradable packaging to eco-friendly personal care, from rural employment to green jobs,\u201d he said. He also emphasized that the future industrial revolution will be driven by bioeconomy, and India, he believes, has taken the lead.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Minister acknowledged the challenges faced by young scholars in biotech, pointing out the mismatch between parental expectations and individual aptitude in career choices. He termed the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 a \u201cgame-changer\u201d that would allow students to pursue disciplines of interest with flexibility. \u201cWe are seeing a new generation with real aptitude and capacity to learn,\u201d he said.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Jitendra Singh also drew attention to the disparity in India\u2019s past policy priorities, especially in agriculture, which he said was historically informed by western models. Stressing the untapped potential of India\u2019s natural resources and traditional knowledge systems, he said, \u201cForeign researchers come to India for what they don\u2019t have \u2014 our resources and diversity. We should learn to value them first.\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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In his address, Secretary, DBT and Chairman of BIRAC, Dr. Rajesh S. Gokhale outlined steps being taken to operationalise the BioE3 Policy. These include support for pilot manufacturing, region-specific innovation missions, and strengthening the pipeline from research to market. He underscored DBT\u2019s role in catalyzing collaborations among academia, startups, and industries for scalable biotech solutions.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Minister also urged for stronger social media outreach, using success stories, local languages, and relatable formats to communicate biotech\u2019s relevance to common citizens. \u201cIf we want to attract young talent, we must link biotechnology to profitability and livelihood, not just academics,\u201d he said.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The day-long event also served as a reminder of biotechnology\u2019s reach beyond urban laboratories \u2014 into farms, oceans, forests, and industries. Dr. Jitendra Singh proposed future editions of the programme include voices from farmers, fishermen, and non-scientist stakeholders. \u201cLet them tell us what they need from science and what science needs to deliver for them,\u201d he said.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

As India positions itself for a greener, innovation-driven economy, today\u2019s event reflected a shift in how science communication, policy, and public participation intersect. And at the heart of it lies a broader message: biotechnology is not just for scientists \u2014 it\u2019s for everyone.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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