Indian Science and Technology Enterprise Partnership

Science and Technology (S&T) have emerged as major drivers of innovations and enterprise at present. Thus a systematic and focused effort to utilize S&T in enterprise holds the promise of revolutionizing the economic and industrial landscape of country. However, this potential of S&T-driven enterprise has not yet been realized in India, primarily because a complete ecosystem for such a Science and Technology Enterprise Partnership (STEP) has not yet been identified, let alone established. With the increasing role of S&T in all aspects of society and economical activities, there is an urgent need to develop a comprehensive framework and policy for S&T driven enterprises. It is clear that such an effort must identify all components, and integrate them in an effective framework for a successful STEP, beginning with a clear statement of vision and goal.