Leaders from science, policy, and industry to align national research priorities with industrial needs through collaborative innovation initiatives and technology showcase.

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) will host the inaugural session of the Bharat R&D Summit 2025 at Federation House, New Delhi. Themed “Innovating Together: Industry–Academia Collaboration”, the summit will bring together policymakers, scientists, and industry leaders to discuss India’s R&D roadmap and explore opportunities for collaborative innovation.

The inaugural session will feature keynote remarks and special addresses from:

• Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India
• Dr. M. Ravichandran, Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India
• Dr. Ajai Chowdhry, Co-founder, HCL and Chairman, Mission Governing Board, National Quantum Mission of India
• Mrs. Anandi Iyer, Co-Chair, FICCI Innovation Committee and Director, Fraunhofer India Office
• Prof. Sudhir Kumar Barai, Co-Chair, FICCI Innovation Committee and Director, BITS Pilani

The summit will focus on the role of industry–academia partnerships in strengthening India’s innovation ecosystem, addressing national challenges, and accelerating technology-led growth. Discussions will cover scaling indigenous R&D, investing in frontier technologies, and building stronger institutional linkages to boost global competitiveness.

The summit will conclude with a visit to the Research Work/Technology Showcase, where participants will engage with live demonstrations of innovative projects and cutting-edge research outcomes. FICCI expects the event to serve as a platform for aligning India’s research agenda with industry priorities and fostering collaborations that translate scientific breakthroughs into practical solutions.