NOV 05: The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) hosted a high-impact technical session on ‘Advanced Materials & Manufacturing’ on Day 3 of the Empowering Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025) at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The session brought together scientists, innovators, and entrepreneurs to explore how next-generation materials and manufacturing technologies are shaping India’s innovation-driven growth.
The session was chaired by Dr. (Mrs.) N. Kalaiselvi, Director General, CSIR and Secretary, DSIR, who highlighted that science, R&D, and advanced materials are the core enablers of Viksit Bharat 2047. She emphasized that breakthroughs in materials science, clean energy, and emerging technologies are laying the foundation for a self-reliant and technologically empowered India.
Delivering the keynote address, Prof. Giridhar U. R. Kulkarni, Former President, JNCASR, Bengaluru, spoke on the global transition from “matter to materials,” explaining how innovations in semiconductors, composites, and smart polymers are driving India’s shift from traditional manufacturing to precision-driven, high-tech production.
Shri Pawan Kumar Chandana, CEO, Skyroot Aerospace, shared insights on “Elevating Aerospace: The Frontier of Advanced Composites and 3D Printing,” and announced the development of India’s first all-carbon launch vehicle, Vikram-1. Smt. Rajashri Teli, MD, Innovative Projects Pvt. Ltd., emphasized women-led innovation in precision manufacturing, while Prof. T. Pradeep (IIT Madras) showcased scalable nanotechnologies for clean water.
The conclave reaffirmed CSIR’s commitment to advancing India’s scientific frontiers through collaboration among research institutions, industry, and policymakers—driving sustainable growth and positioning India as a global innovation powerhouse.
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