New Delhi, June 12 -- Principal Scientific Advisor Ajay Kumar Sood on Friday underscored the significance of the 'Bharat Innovates 2026' initiative presented by the Ministry of Education, describing it as a platform designed to bridge the gap between Indian innovation and the global ecosystem.

The leader stated that multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) are expected to be signed between Indian startups and academic institutions.

Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the event, Sood emphasised that the 'initiative Innovates showcases India's innovation potential to the global scene,' and highlighted that these innovations, selected from a vast pool of research from IITs, IISc, and various startups, mark the beginning of a sustained ...