Introduction: A Nuclear Vision for Viksit Bharat@2047 As India marches toward its ambitious goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047, energy security stands as a pivotal pillar in the vision of Viksit Bharat . Amid the global climate crisis and rising energy demands, nuclear power has re-emerged as a compelling solution. India’s commitment to achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 is both visionary and necessary—but achieving this requires a strategic shift in policy, participation, and international cooperation. While India’s nuclear energy sector has traditionally been a tightly controlled domain under government monopoly—primarily led by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) and Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) —it is now imperative to welcome private sector investments and foreign partnerships. A reformed nuclear ecosystem can unlock the full potential of atomic energy as a clean, reliable, and scalable contributor to India’s net-zero aspiration...
India's Bioeconomy: The Future of Sustainable Growth Introduction India's bioeconomy is emerging as a key driver of sustainable economic growth, leveraging biotechnology, biofuels, biopharmaceuticals, and bio-based products. As one of the fastest-growing bioeconomies globally, India is making significant strides in innovation, research, and industrial applications. The Indian government, academia, and private sector are collaboratively working towards boosting biotechnology and sustainable bio-based solutions to address global challenges like climate change, healthcare, and food security. What is Bioeconomy? The bioeconomy refers to economic activities that utilize biological resources, including biomass, microorganisms, and biotechnology, to develop sustainable products, services, and industrial processes. It spans multiple industries such as agriculture, healthcare, bioenergy, and industrial biotechnology. India's Bioeconomy Growth and Market Size India's bioecon...