Source: TOI
Context:
India is launching Bharat Innovates 2026, a flagship initiative to showcase its deeptech innovations and attract global investment, reflecting its intent to position as a reliable partner in an evolving geopolitical landscape.
Launch Details:
- Dates & Venue: June 17–19, 2026, Nice, France.
- Applications: 430+ ventures applied, majority from healthcare, medtech, energy, AI, space & defence. Open until Sept 30, 2025.
- Nodal Institution: IIT Bombay, under Ministry of Education & guidance of Principal Scientific Adviser.
Focus Areas of Innovation:
The ventures span critical domains, including:
- Biotechnology and MedTech
- Industry 4.0, Smart Cities, and Mobility
- Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Computing
- Space and Defence
- Semiconductors and Advanced Materials
- Agrifood Technologies and Sustainable Energy
- Rare-earth minerals
Key Objectives:
- Connect Indian deeptech ventures with global capital.
- Position India as a predictable partner amid supply chain and trade uncertainties.
- Showcase innovations in biotech, AI & quantum computing, Industry 4.0, smart cities, space, defence, semiconductors, agri-food, medtech, sustainable energy, advanced materials, rare-earth minerals.
