New Delhi, Sept. 2 -- The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) on Monday launched a network of High-Performance Biomanufacturing Platforms aimed at accelerating India's bioeconomy and supporting innovation across industry, academia, and start-ups.

The initiative, rolled out under the BioE3 Policy (Biotechnology for Environment, Economy & Employment), establishes 21 bio-enabler facilities across the country.

These include advanced biofoundries and biomanufacturing hubs designed to provide shared infrastructure, cutting-edge tools, and expertise to translate bio-based innovations from laboratory research to early production.

The new facilities span diverse sectors-microbial ...