![](\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/image0012729.jpg\")
<\/p>\nMaking yet another stride towards making India a global leader in economy and a frontline player in ensuring greener and cleaner planet, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Minister of State (I\/C) for Earth Sciences, MoS PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr Jitendra Singh today inaugurated India\u2019s first Demonstration Facility for Biopolymers in at Jejuri in Pune from New Delhi today. The facility has been built by Praj Industries.<\/p>\n
Addressing the audience, Dr Jitendra Singh said, \u201cThis \u2018First-of-its-kind Demonstration Facility for Biopolymers in India\u2019 is a pioneering effort in developing indigenously integrated technology for the production of Polylactic Acid (PLA) bioplastic. This marks a pivotal development for India\u2019s commitment to sustainable solutions. This demonstrates India\u2019s resolve to transition from fossil-based plastics to eco-friendly alternatives, crucial for addressing the global plastic pollution crisis.\u201d<\/p>\n
Speaking about India\u2019s advancement in the field of science and technology, he said, \u201cIndia has emerged as a highly alluring destination on a global scale, propelled by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s visionary endeavour to establish the country as \u201cAtmanirbhar\u201d. Our Bioeconomy has grown more than $150 billion in 2023, and is expected to achieve $300 billion by 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
The emphasis on Green Growth in the Union Budget (2023-2024); Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi\u2019s vision to make India a \u2018Net Zero\u2019 carbon economy and \u2018Lifestyle for the Environment (LiFE)\u2019 launched by the PM in October 2022. This will also enable dual goals of \u2018Atmanirbhar Bharat\u2019 and \u2018Make-in India\u2019 with a foundational focus on biosafety, ethics and inclusive growth. He emphasised that the Union has approved the BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment) Policy of DBT. The BioE3 Policy is an important step forward towards sustainable growth in the backdrop of climate change, depleting non-renewable resources and unsustainable waste generation.<\/p>\n
Dr Jitendra Singh further said, \u201cIndia now ranks 12th<\/sup>\u00a0in the world in biotech and 3rd<\/sup>\u00a0in Asia-pacific. We are the largest vaccine manufacturer and the 3rd<\/sup>\u00a0largest Startup ecosystem,\u201d adding, the Biotech ecosystem in the country is emerging at a rapid pace with the setting up of 95 bio incubators and increasing numbers of Biotech Startups. The Biotech Startups have experienced remarkable growth, increasing from just about 50 in 2014 to over 8,500 in 2023. The rise of Biotech Startups is pivotal for our future economy. These efforts place India at the forefront of the global bioplastics movement, showing the world how biotechnology can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.<\/p>\n \n Speaking about the partnerships between industry, academia, and government, he said, it is crucial for translating innovative ideas into real-world solutions and fostering innovation through research and development. This facility symbolises a new chapter for India\u2019s bioeconomy. It showcases our ability to lead in technological innovation and offers a sustainable pathway to reducing Environmental impact. He concluded by saying, “It is time for broader synergy among all professions to achieve the \u201cAmrit Kaal\u201d goals over the next 25 years for advancements in the biotechnology sector which underscores India\u2019s potential as a global player in the field.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Making yet another stride towards making India a global leader in economy and a frontline player in ensuring greener and cleaner planet, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Minister of State (I\/C) for Earth Sciences, MoS PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr Jitendra …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[131],"tags":[17614,16814,17617,500,17616,17615,1433,4244],"class_list":["post-21630","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","","category-regional","tag-biopolymers","tag-clean-technology","tag-demonstration-facility","tag-dr-jitendra-singh","tag-environmental-leadership","tag-green-economy","tag-innovation","tag-sustainability"],"yoast_head":"\n![](\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/image0023MPG.jpg\")
<\/p>\n