History
CII began its technology initiatives two decades ago under the chairmanship of late Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, focusing on stimulating industry’s investments in R&D and building industry’s technology depth. Over the years, this Committee on Technology, R&D and Innovation has been playing a key role in promoting an innovation ecosystem in India.
Objectives
- Innovation leadership Roadmap
- Nurturing Innovation Culture
- Live Innovation Benchmarking
- Innovation ecosystem & Partners
- Map top 20 technologies to focus upon
- Invest in People
- Rewarding Innovation & Celebrating Success
Focus Areas
- R&D 4% Report
- Technology Readiness Levels, Manufacturing Readiness Levels System Readiness Levels (TRL, MRL, SRL)
- National Research QUAD
- Advanced Materials
- Women in STEM
Sub-Groups
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Precision Healthcare
- Advanced Chemistry Cells
- Advanced Materials
- Women in STEM