Government Initiatives in Deep Tech R&D
The Indian government has launched several initiatives to enhance research and development in deep tech areas, including AI, robotics, renewable energy, and biotechnology. The National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS) is a key program with a budget of Rs. 3,660 crore, supporting projects like 'Bharat-Gen' for AI technologies. The new Research Development and Innovation (RDI) scheme aims to catalyze private sector involvement in high-impact R&D with a total outlay of Rs. 1 lakh crore over six years, focusing on strategic technologies and economic security.
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