Karnataka Chief Minister Highlights Nanotechnology's Potential at Bengaluru India Nano

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah emphasized the need for international collaboration and ties between academia and industry to advance nanotechnology. Speaking at Bengaluru India Nano, he highlighted the potential of this technology in critical sectors such as food and energy security, water purification, and healthcare. Prof C N R Rao was felicitated at the event.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah underscored the importance of robust international collaboration and strong links between academia, industry, and research to propel nanotechnology forward. He spoke at the inauguration of Bengaluru India Nano's 13th edition, emphasizing its role in food and energy security, water purification, healthcare, and waste management.

'Our state is a leader in technological innovations,' Siddaramaiah noted, pointing to premier institutes like the Indian Institute of Science and the National Centre for Biological Sciences. He urged scientists and engineers to seize opportunities to come up with innovative nanotech solutions for pressing global issues.

Additionally, Prof C N R Rao was honored to mark his 90th birthday and for his significant contributions to Bengaluru India Nano since its inception in 2007. The event also saw remarks from Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, who highlighted nanotechnology's potential in various sectors.