New Delhi, October 27 (APAC Media): India’s push to become a global science and technology powerhouse is set to gain momentum as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on October 27.
The three-day conclave, running from October 27 to 29, will bring together leading scientists, researchers, policymakers, industry representatives, startups and international experts to explore emerging technologies and strengthen India’s research and innovation ecosystem.
AI, Biotechnology and Advanced Manufacturing Take Centre Stage
ESTIC 2026 will focus on 12 thematic areas, including artificial intelligence (AI), biotechnology, advanced materials, manufacturing, healthcare, energy, climate science, and ocean research.
Discussions will centre on identifying research priorities, strengthening India’s scientific capabilities and turning research breakthroughs into practical applications that can benefit industries and society.
The conclave aims to build stronger connections between laboratories, academic institutions, startups and businesses, helping promising innovations move from research to real-world use.
150 Deep-Tech Startups to Showcase Innovations
One of the major attractions will be a technology and innovation exhibition featuring around 150 deep-tech startup stalls.
The exhibition will showcase emerging technologies developed in India and demonstrate their potential applications across different sectors.
The event will also highlight India’s future lunar exploration programme, including the Chandrayaan-4 and Chandrayaan-5 missions.
Global Collaboration and Research Partnerships
Organised by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), under the guidance of the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, ESTIC 2026 will also feature a Global Connect Networking Event involving more than 300 invited participants from academia, research institutions and industry in India and abroad.
The initiative is intended to encourage international research partnerships and stronger industry-academia collaboration.
With emerging technologies reshaping economies worldwide, ESTIC 2026 seeks to strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem and support the country’s long-term scientific and technological ambitions.
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