Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed India’s youth as the driving force of innovation and research, describing them as “ready and disruptive” during his address at the YUGM Conclave in New Delhi.
“The youth of the country today is R&D — Ready and Disruptive,” the Prime Minister said. “They are setting new research milestones and leading breakthrough innovations. Our youth are establishing India’s global presence in higher education and innovation.”
Highlighting India’s growing academic influence, Modi noted that Indian institutions are gaining global recognition, with top universities opening branches abroad, facilitating greater academic exchange. “Talent is a trinity of temperament, technology, and training, and this will transform India’s future,” he added.
Modi also outlined the government’s vision for India’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Mission, focused on building world-class infrastructure with high-quality data sets and research facilities. “We are committed to making AI in India among the best in the world,” he said.
As part of this initiative, the Prime Minister announced the launch of super hubs for AI, Intelligent Systems, Biosciences, Biotechnology, Health, and Medicine at IIT Kanpur and IIT Bombay. He also launched the Wadhwani Innovation Network and praised the collaboration with the Anusandhan National Research Foundation for advancing scientific research.
Looking ahead, Modi underscored the urgency of achieving the vision of a developed India by 2047, setting a 25-year timeline. “Time is limited and the goals are vast,” he said. “We must shorten the journey from prototype to product, and from lab to market. Only then can research benefit the public more swiftly.”
The PM concluded by reaffirming his belief in the capabilities of India’s youth and the nation’s commitment to becoming a global leader in science, technology, and innovation.