Research & Development
India is rapidly emerging as a global hub for research and innovation, ranking among the top five research-producing nations as of 2024. However, the country still faces critical gaps—particularly in research workforce density and high-impact outputs. Despite having a vast technical talent pool, India lags behind smaller nations like Chile and Kenya in per capita researchers. While research output rose significantly—by over 175% between 2003 and 2024—only a limited number of publications are highly cited. This highlights the urgent need for greater investment in high-quality, impactful research to boost global competitiveness and innovation outcomes. Strengthening research infrastructure and incentivizing excellence are crucial to transforming India's research landscape in the coming decade.
To transform India into a knowledge-driven economy, fostering a vibrant R&D ecosystem is essential. Bharat RITES recognizes this urgency and positions Research & Development as a foundational pillar. The Trust aims to promote a research culture rooted in innovation, real-world impact, and collaborative partnerships between academia, industry, and government.
Bharat RITES facilitates the creation of Research and Innovation Cells (RICs) within institutions, providing mentorship, funding access, and infrastructure support. It promotes original research in critical areas such as AI, renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, digital health, and more. Interdisciplinary collaborations and industry linkages are actively encouraged to bridge academic research with practical application and technology commercialization.
Capacity building programs on research methodology, IPR, publishing, and data analytics are conducted to nurture a generation of capable researchers. Student-led projects and participation in national and global forums are also supported.
By empowering institutions and individuals, Bharat RITES envisions India as a global leader in knowledge creation, innovation, and intellectual advancement.
