**Executive Summary**
The Research-Industry-Startup-Entrepreneurship (RISE) Conclave 2026 concluded in Chennai on February 15, 2026, after a two-day event that began on February 14. Hosted by the Ministry of Science & Technology, the conclave focused on reinforcing synergy between research, industry, and startups to achieve Viksit Bharat 2047. The event included exhibitions, panel discussions, and industry talks.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Conclave Overview:**
* The RISE Conclave 2026 brought together stakeholders from academia, research institutions, industry, and the startup ecosystem.
* It emphasized the government’s commitment to strengthening innovation-led growth and translating scientific research into societal and industrial applications for Viksit Bharat 2047.
* The event was inaugurated on February 14, 2026, by the Hon'ble Minister of Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr. Jitendra Singh.
* **Startup Expo:**
* Featured over 100 startups associated with technologies developed by CSIR laboratories (CSIR-CLRI, CSIR-CECRI, CSIR-SERC).
* Showcased innovations in advanced materials, electrochemical technologies, infrastructure systems, sustainable manufacturing, and deep-tech solutions.
* **Thematic Sessions and Discussions:**
* Focused on deepening collaboration across sectors.
* Included a Panel Discussion on Science Communication, emphasizing effective outreach and public engagement in research and innovation.
* A Panel Discussion on Academy–Institute–Industry Partnership highlighted collaborative frameworks for technology translation and commercialization.
* **Industry Talks:**
* Featured leading experts sharing insights on systems engineering, product development, engineered construction solutions, and entrepreneurial experiences.
* **Valedictory Session:**
* Dignitaries from CSIR-CLRI, CSIR-SERC and CSIR-CECRI felicitated awards to the winning teams of the participant startups and students.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: Research Institutions (e.g., CSIR Laboratories)**
* **Impact:**
* The conclave provided a platform to showcase technologies developed by these institutions, fostering collaboration and commercialization opportunities.
* **Action Required:**
* To actively engage with industry and startups to translate research into practical applications.
**Stakeholder: Industry**
* **Impact:**
* The event facilitated networking and potential partnerships with research institutions and startups.
* Industry talks provided insights into technological advancements and entrepreneurial experiences.
* **Action Required:**
* To explore collaborative opportunities with research institutions and startups.
**Stakeholder: Startups**
* **Impact:**
* Provided a platform to showcase innovations and interact with potential investors and collaborators.
* Enabled access to technologies developed by CSIR laboratories.
* **Action Required:**
* To leverage the connections made at the conclave to further develop and commercialize their innovations.
**Stakeholder: Academia**
* **Impact:**
* Provided opportunity to network with research and industry, and to develop partnerships and projects with real-world applicability.
* **Action Required:**
* To explore collaborative opportunities with research institutions and startups.
Key Entities Referenced
Viksit Bharat 2047: A national vision to transform India into a developed nation by 2047.
RISE Conclave 2026: A Research–Industry-Startup-Entrepreneurship conclave focused on accelerating innovation and research translation.
CSIR: Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, a major network of research laboratories.
Ministry of Science & Technology: The government ministry responsible for fostering scientific and technological advancement.
Chennai: Location of the RISE Conclave 2026.
Ministry of Science & Technology
RISE Conclave 2026 Concludes at Chennai;
Reinforces Research–Industry–Startup Synergy
for Viksit Bharat 2047
Posted On: 15 FEB 2026 9:00PM by PIB Delhi
The two-day Research–Industry–Startup–Entrepreneurship (RISE) Conclave 2026 concluded today at the
Chennai Trade Centre, bringing together key stakeholders from academia, research institutions, industry
and the startup ecosystem. The Conclave reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to strengthening
innovation-led growth and accelerating the translation of scientific research into societal and industrial
applications in line with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
RISE 2026 represents a unique confluence of Research, Industry, Startup and Entrepreneurship — four
critical pillars essential for transforming India into a developed nation by 2047. The Conclave was
inaugurated on 14 February 2026 by the Hon’ble Minister of Science & Technology and Earth Sciences,
Dr. Jitendra Singh, who underscored the pivotal role of startups in driving innovation and strengthening
India’s research–industry ecosystem. The Hon’ble Minister also inaugurated the Startup Expo and
interacted with participating entrepreneurs.
A major highlight of the Conclave was the Startup Expo, which featured more than 100 startups associated
with technologies developed by CSIR laboratories including CSIR-CLRI, CSIR-CECRI and CSIR-SERC.
The Expo showcased cutting-edge innovations across advanced materials, electrochemical technologies,
infrastructure systems, sustainable manufacturing and deep-tech solutions, demonstrating the growing
impact of CSIR’s technology transfer and commercialization efforts.
The Conclave featured a series of thematic sessions aimed at deepening collaboration across sectors. A
Panel Discussion on Science Communication deliberated on the importance of effective outreach in
fostering scientific temper and enhancing public engagement with research and innovation. A Panel
Discussion on Academy–Institute–Industry Partnership highlighted collaborative frameworks to accelerate
technology translation, commercialization and industry-ready solutions, strengthening the national
innovation ecosystem.
The programme also included Industry Talks by leading experts from diverse sectors, who shared insights
on systems engineering, product development, engineered construction solutions and entrepreneurial
experiences. The discussions reinforced the critical importance of sustained research–industry
collaboration and the need for integrated innovation ecosystems to advance India’s scientific and
technological capabilities.
In the valedictory session, the dignitaries Dr. P. Thanikaivelan, Director, CSIR-CLRI; Dr. N. Anandavalli,
Director, CSIR-SERC and Dr. K. Ramesha, Director, CSIR-CECRI felicitated awards to the winning
teams of the participant startups and students. Dr. K.J. Sreeram, Outstanding Scientist and former Director,
CSIR-CLRI proposed vite of thanks.The successful conclusion of RISE Conclave 2026 marks a significant step towards fostering stronger
partnerships among research institutions, industry and startups, thereby promoting technology
commercialization, entrepreneurship and innovation-driven growth in alignment with national priorities.*****
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