CHENNAI – 11 Nov, 2026 Speaking today at the third Foundation Day of the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC), held at the BRIC–National Institute of Immunology (NII), Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, and Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, the Department of Atomic Energy and the Department of Space, Dr Jitendra Singh said that India has potential next biotechnology-driven industrial revolution and called for deeper integration across scientific institutions and greater participation by industry in India’s biotechnology ecosystem.
Dr.Jitendra Singh said the Government had encouraged greater integration among science institutions to overcome silos and improve coordination. The Minister described BRIC as a “joint family” in which institutions pool resources while retaining their identities, independence and autonomy. The arrangement, he said, had reduced procedural delays associated with multiple directorates and approvals while creating opportunities for scientific collaboration. The Minister added that other departments and ministries had replicated the model.