Research and Development (R&D) has long been the engine of economic growth and innovation. Yet, when it comes to investment, India continues to lag behind global leaders. While the U.S. and China invest heavily in R&D as a percentage of their GDP, India’s contribution remains modest — raising an important question: how can we build a stronger R&D culture at home?
Global Comparison of R&D Investment
United States : 3.5% of GDP → approx. $30.5 trillion projected GDP by 2025
China: 2.4% of GDP → approx. $19.2 trillion projected GDP by 2025
India: 0.66% of GDP → approx. $4.2 trillion projected GDP by 2025
The gap is evident. Despite the rise of innovative Indian startups, fundamental research remains underfunded, with the private sector contributing only about 40%.
Strengthening Academic Institutions → Universities and technical institutes need to focus more on high-value research and become active contributors to the innovation pipeline.
Industry–Academia Collaboration → Building stronger partnerships between businesses and research institutions could accelerate knowledge transfer, encourage shared investment, and foster a culture of innovation.
Conclusion
India’s growth story will not be complete without a robust R&D ecosystem. By nurturing a culture that embraces risk, investing in cutting-edge research, and fostering deep collaboration between academia and industry, India can turn its potential into progress.
💡 What’s your perspective on this? How can we collectively foster a stronger R&D ecosystem in India?”
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