New Delhi, November 2025
In a landmark move to boost India’s innovation and research landscape, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the launch of a ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) Scheme. The initiative is designed to empower India’s youth, academic institutions, and startups to drive cutting-edge research and develop technologies that can shape the nation’s future.
About the RDI Scheme
The RDI Scheme aims to create a robust ecosystem that supports scientific research, technological innovation, and product development. It will provide low or zero-interest loans to universities, research institutions, and startups, enabling them to undertake projects in areas such as artificial intelligence, clean energy, biotechnology, advanced materials, and defense innovation.
The initiative reflects the government’s vision to position India as a global leader in science and technology while fostering homegrown solutions to societal and industrial challenges.
Focus Areas and Implementation
The RDI Scheme will focus on:
- Strengthening research infrastructure in higher education institutions.
- Encouraging collaborative research between academia and industry.
- Supporting startups and entrepreneurs in developing indigenous technologies.
- Enhancing intellectual property creation and patent filings from India.
A dedicated monitoring framework will ensure that funds are efficiently utilized and that projects deliver measurable innovation outcomes.
Empowering India’s Youth
Speaking about the initiative, Prime Minister Modi highlighted that the scheme will open new opportunities for India’s talented youth to engage in research-led innovation, reduce dependence on imported technologies, and contribute to national self-reliance.
The scheme is also aligned with ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’, emphasizing India’s long-term goal of transforming into a global innovation powerhouse by its 100th year of independence.
Disclaimer:
This article is intended solely for informational and educational purposes. The content is based on official government announcements and verified public statements.
