Youth scientists will lead tomorrow's India, says Jitendra Singh

Minister of State for Science and Technology Dr Jitendra Singh on Sunday said that while India's youth is destined to lead tomorrow's science, it is the youth scientists who will lead tomorrow's India.

Speaking at the Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) programme in the national capital, Dr Singh said that ever since he took over the charge of the ministry, it has been his constant endeavour to catch young minds with innovative aptitude at their formative stage, so that foundation of future India rests in the hands of the best talent available.

Dr Jitendra Singh also discussed his recent decision to make it mandatory for scientists working in the Department of Science and Technology to take at least 12 hours of classes in schools and colleges in each academic year, stating that this would enable scientists to come out of the confines of laboratory and play the role of mentors to potential scientists of next generation.