New Delhi | November 5, 2025 The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) showcased India’s technological prowess in Advanced Materials and Manufacturing during a landmark technical session held on Day 3 of the Empowering Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025. The event brought together eminent scientists, innovators, and entrepreneurs who discussed cutting-edge technologies shaping India’s innovation ecosystem and industrial future.
Pioneering a Technologically Empowered Bharat
The plenary session on Advanced Materials & Manufacturing was chaired by Dr. (Mrs) N. Kalaiselvi, Director General, CSIR and Secretary, DSIR.
In her address, Dr. Kalaiselvi emphasized that science, research, and advanced materials form the three foundational pillars of Viksit Bharat 2047. She highlighted that advancements in materials science, clean energy, biotechnology, and emerging technologies will define India’s growth trajectory in the coming decades.
“With CSIR and India’s premier scientific institutions leading cutting-edge research, the nation is building a future that is self-reliant, innovation-driven, and technologically empowered,”
said Dr. Kalaiselvi.
She noted that ESTIC 2025 acts as a dynamic platform where ideas, science, and advanced technologies intersect — accelerating India’s transition to a knowledge-powered economy.
From Matter to Materials: The Age of Precision Innovation
Delivering the keynote address, Prof. Giridhar Udapi Rao Kulkarni, Former President of JNCASR, Bengaluru, explained the transformative evolution “from matter to materials” — moving beyond raw elements to engineered structures crafted for precision and performance.
Highlighting India’s journey from the Stone Age mindset to the Age of Technology, Prof. Kulkarni said that materials science is driving innovations across semiconductors, composites, and smart polymers.
“With nano-scale precision, shape control, and dimensional engineering, science can accelerate India’s manufacturing revolution,” he noted, outlining the continuum — Science → Innovation → Manufacturing → Product.
Industry Leaders Spotlight Indigenous Innovation
The session also featured powerful presentations from leaders across sectors driving India’s technological transformation:
- Shri Pawan Kumar Chandana, Co-founder & CEO, Skyroot Aerospace, Hyderabad, spoke on “Elevating Aerospace: The Frontier of Advanced Composites and 3D Printing.”
He revealed that Skyroot Aerospace is developing India’s first all-carbon launch vehicle, Vikram-1, symbolizing indigenous innovation and engineering excellence in the private space sector. - Smt. Rajashri Teli, Managing Director, Innovative Projects Pvt. Ltd., Pimpri, delivered a talk titled “From Blueprint to Breakthrough: When Precision Becomes a National Duty.”
She emphasized the importance of design accuracy, sustainability, and women-led leadership in manufacturing. - Prof. T. Pradeep, IIT Madras, Chennai, presented “Matter Dreams at Scale: Creating the Future of Materials,” focusing on scalable nanotechnologies for clean water solutions and sustainable innovations.
- Prof. B. S. Murty, Raman Research Institute, Bengaluru, spoke on “Building India’s Quantum Edge,” showcasing advances in semiconductor design, photonics, and quantum computing that are propelling India toward a quantum-ready future.
CSIR Leading India’s Innovation Frontier
The successful conclusion of the ESTIC 2025 session reaffirmed CSIR’s commitment to advancing India’s scientific and technological frontiers. The exchange of ideas, insights, and innovations underscored how collaborative partnerships between researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers are powering India’s transition to a knowledge-driven economy.
As India marches toward Viksit Bharat 2047, the innovations in Advanced Materials and Manufacturing showcased at ESTIC 2025 will be instrumental in driving self-reliance, sustainable growth, and global competitiveness.
Participants left the session with renewed enthusiasm to continue shaping India’s future as a global innovation powerhouse.
