PM Narendra Modi was speaking after inaugurating the 107th Indian Science Congress at University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore in Karnataka
Bangalore, January 3, 2020: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said “We must try and change all forms of waste into wealth as soon as possible. We’re trying to ensure that by 2022, we reduce the import of crude oil by 10%. There are immense opportunities for start-ups that want to work in bio-fuel and ethanol production.”
Speaking after inaugurating the 107th Indian Science Congress at University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore in Karnataka Prime Minister said “India must also develop a long-term roadmap to sustainable and environment-friendly transportation and energy-storage options. The latter has become increasingly significant for grid-management as we expand our energy-management supply.”
In his address the Prime Minister noted that Technology is the strength of the Jal Jeevan Mission. “It is your responsibility to develop cheap and effective technology for the recycling of water. Water governance is a new frontier for all of you,” he said.
He further observed that digital technology, e-commerce, internet banking & mobile banking services are assisting rural population significantly. Today, farmers are getting the required information about weather and forecast at their fingertips through many e-governance facilities.
“We’re continuing our efforts to ensure the ease of doing science and effectively using information technology to reduce red tape. Today, farmers are able to sell their products directly to the market, without being at the mercy of the middleman,” he added.
Stressing on a need for revolution in technologies assisting agricultural practices The Prime Minister called upon the scientists to address issues like “Can we find farmer-centric solutions to the problem of stalk burning for instance? Can we also redesign our brick kilns for reduced emissions and greater energy efficiency? We need to find better and faster solutions to the problem of clean drinking water supplies around the country. How do we prevent effluents and discharge from industries from ruining our soil and our groundwater tables for years to come?”
The Theme of the India Science Congress (ISC) this year is “Science and Technology: Rural Development”. More than 15,000 participants, including Nobel Laureates, Scientists, intellectuals, academicians, police makers, researchers, students and delegates from different institutions are expected to participate in the event.
The Chief Minister of Karnataka B. S. Yediyurappa and other dignitaries including Union Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan were present on the occasion.
