Rajasthan
Dholpur Science Centre Inaugurated to Boost Innovation
- 09 Jul 2025
- 4 min read
Why in News?
The Union Minister of Science and Technology inaugurated the Dholpur Science Centre in Rajasthan, aiming to make it a vibrant hub of innovation and scientific curiosity for school children and youth in the region.
Key Points
- Dholpur Science Centre:
- The Department of Biotechnology (DBT), in collaboration with the National Institute of Immunology (NII) and the National Science Centre, developed the Centre as part of a national initiative to establish science museums in aspirational districts.
- The Science Centre offers hands-on science experiences, STEM-based modules, and interactive exhibits designed to foster innovation and entrepreneurship among young minds.
- It embodies the government’s ‘Vigyan Setu’ concept, which bridges scientific institutions with underserved regions.
- The Centre aims to facilitate capacity-building for potential startups emerging from smaller towns, supporting the government's BioE3 vision—Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment vision of using biotechnology for rural empowerment.
- BioE3 Policy:
- About:
- The BioE3 is aimed at fostering high-performance biomanufacturing, which involves the production of bio-based products across various sectors.
- The policy aligns with broader national goals such as achieving a 'Net Zero' carbon economy and promoting sustainable growth through a circular bioeconomy.
- Objectives:
- The BioE3 policy emphasizes innovation in research and development (R&D) and entrepreneurship, establishes Biomanufacturing & Bio-AI hubs and Biofoundries, aims to expand India's skilled biotechnology workforce, aligns with 'Lifestyle for Environment' programs, and targets the development of regenerative bioeconomy models.
- The BioE3 Policy aims to generate significant employment, especially in tier-II and tier-III cities through the establishment of biomanufacturing hubs.
- These hubs will utilise local biomass, fostering regional economic growth and equitable development.
- The BioE3 Policy aims to generate significant employment, especially in tier-II and tier-III cities through the establishment of biomanufacturing hubs.
- The policy also emphasizes ethical biosafety and global regulatory alignment to boost India's global competitiveness while ensuring responsible biotechnology development.
- The BioE3 policy emphasizes innovation in research and development (R&D) and entrepreneurship, establishes Biomanufacturing & Bio-AI hubs and Biofoundries, aims to expand India's skilled biotechnology workforce, aligns with 'Lifestyle for Environment' programs, and targets the development of regenerative bioeconomy models.
- About:
Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP)
- ADP, launched in January 2018, represents a targeted governance approach aimed at transforming 112 of India’s most underdeveloped districts.
- Anchored by NITI Aayog and driven by the principles of convergence, collaboration, and competition, ADP seeks to address regional disparities.
- Key Achievements:
- Data-Driven Approach: Progress is measured using 49 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) across socio-economic themes. Monthly delta rankings encourage data-driven decision-making and accountability.
- Localized Implementation: States, as the main drivers, enable governance tailored to district-specific challenges, fostering competitive and cooperative federalism.
- Inclusion and SDG Localization: Focus on marginalized regions aligns with the “Leave No One Behind” (LNOB) principle of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
- Capacity Building: Collaboration among NITI Aayog, ministries, development partners, and district-level officers enhances governance capacity at the grassroots level.
- Improvements in Key Sectors:
- Health & Nutrition: Reduction in child malnutrition and maternal mortality through targeted interventions like Poshan Abhiyaan.
- Infrastructure Development: Accelerated rural electrification, housing, and road construction projects in backward areas.