A Roadmap for Strengthening State S&T Councils

On 10th July 2025, the NITI Aayog unveiled a roadmap to strengthen State Science & Technology Councils, aiming to boost innovation, collaboration, and R&D through structural reforms, better funding, skilled manpower, and state-specific science initiatives.

Major Highlights

Issues and Challenges in the Functioning of State S&T Councils

Weak Governance

  • Irregular meetings of governing bodies.
  • Absence of dedicated executive leadership.
  • Delays in planning, approvals, and decision-making processes.

Inadequate Funding

  • Uneven budget allocations across states.
  • Heavy dependence on core grants from the centre.
  • Underutilisation of available central government support schemes.

Manpower Shortages

  • Numerous vacant positions within councils.
  • Lack of clear career progression for scientific ....
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