Which among the following ministry has launched Six Technology Innovation Platforms to focus on development of technologies for the globally competitive manufacturing in India?

Ministry of Education

Ministry of IT & Broadcasting

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports

Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises

Correct Answer : Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises

Minister of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises ShriPrakashJavadekar inaugurated (through virtual mode) six Technology Innovation Platforms which will focus on development of technologies for the globally competitive manufacturing in India.

ShriJavadekar mentioned that these platforms are the gift to the nation during the celebration of ‘AzadiAmrutMahotsav-Celebration of 75 Years of Independence’ and will help in bringing all India’s technical resources and the concerned Industry on to one platform to kick start and facilitate identification of technology problems faced by Indian Industry and crowdsource solutions for the same.

The Minister further stated that this will facilitate the development of the key ‘mother’ manufacturing technologies’ indigenously through ‘Grand Challenges’ on the Platforms to help achieve the vision of an AtmaNirbhar Bharat and a globally competitive manufacturing sector in India.

Published On : July 4, 2021

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Tamil Nadu

Puducherry

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Sikkim

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Arunachal Pradesh

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