Narendra Modi called on academic institutions to transform campuses into hubs for industry collaboration and research-driven learning. Speaking at a post-Budget webinar in New Delhi, he highlighted AVGC sector growth, STEM focus, and empowering women in technology to strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem.

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday called upon academic institutions to transform their campuses into hubs of industry collaboration and research-driven learning to provide students with essential real-world exposure.

Addressing a post-Budget webinar in the virtual mode, PM Modi discussed the integration between education, employment, and enterprise, highlighting the promotion of the AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics) sector.

Asserting that India is moving towards an innovation-driven economy, Prime Minister said “I would urge you that in this webinar, there must be a brainstorm on developing your campuses as centres of industry collaboration and research-driven learning”.

He further highlighted the importance of synergy between institutions, industry, and academia to accelerate national progress expressing confidence that these discussions would provide a solid roadmap for the future and solidify the foundation of a Developed India.