VINOD BHAT
Delhi
Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (OPSA) to the Government of India released a curtain raiser video ahead of the International Science & Technology Clusters Conference (ISTCC) to be held from December 4–5, 2025, in New Delhi.
The S&T Clusters initiative was launched following recommendations from the Prime Minister’s Science, Technology, and Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC). Built on a consortium-based, collaborative model, the Clusters bring together academia, R&D institutions, industry, start-ups, MSMEs, local governments, philanthropic organisations, and international partners to jointly address regional challenges through science-driven, scalable solutions.
This two-day conference is designed to strengthen global connections and encourage cross-border partnerships to address some of the world’s most urgent challenges through science and technology. With a strong focus on cutting-edge, technology-driven solutions, the event will highlight the work of the S&T Clusters and create new opportunities for collaborative innovation with international partners. Along with insightful panel discussions, the conference will also feature exhibitions of proven, scalable technologies, giving participants a valuable chance to explore impactful innovations and build meaningful collaborations.
As a prelude to the conference, a curtain raiser video was launched highlighting the importance of the S&T Cluster initiative, a flagship program of OPSA. The video can be accessed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-L9q1yX8kGQ
