Science and Technology Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has called on the private sector to increase its participation in Research and Development (R&D), stating that greater industry involvement is crucial for boosting India's innovation ecosystem. Speaking at the release of two reports by NITI Aayog on streamlining R&D processes in New Delhi, the Minister highlighted government initiatives such as opening up sectors like space and nuclear energy to private players and introducing mechanisms like the Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) fund. He urged the industry to match these efforts with increased investment and collaboration. Dr. Singh emphasized the need for systemic reforms to improve the ease of research, focusing on better access to funding, reducing administrative bottlenecks, and encouraging greater philanthropy in scientific work. He noted that while India has strong scientific talent, procedural delays and institutional challenges continue to hinder research outcomes.