National Technology Day is celebrated every year on May 11 in India to commemorate the successful nuclear tests conducted by India at Pokhran in 1998. The day is a reminder of the country's scientific and technological prowess, and it is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Indian scientists and engineers.
The Indian government has launched a number of initiatives to promote technology in India. These initiatives are aimed at creating a conducive environment for innovation and entrepreneurship, and at making India a global leader in the technology sector.
Initiatives to Promote Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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Atal Innovation Mission (AIM): AIM is a government initiative launched in 2015 to promote innovation and entrepreneurship among young people. AIM provides funding, mentorship, and other support to young innovators.
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National Startup Awards: The National Startup Awards are an annual award given to the best startups in India. The awards are given in a number of categories, including best product, best service, best social impact, and best women-led startup.
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Startup India: Startup India is a government initiative launched in 2016 to create a conducive environment for startups in India. Startup India provides a number of benefits to startups, including tax breaks, funding, and mentorship.
Initiatives to Make India a Global Leader in the Technology Sector
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Digital India: Digital India is a government initiative launched in 2015 to connect every citizen of India with the internet. The initiative aims to make India a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy.
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Make in India: Make in India is a government initiative launched in 2014 to attract foreign investment and manufacturing to India. The initiative aims to make India a global manufacturing hub.
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Skill India: Skill India is a government initiative launched in 2015 to skill the Indian workforce for the 21st century. The initiative aims to train 500 million people in different skills by 2022.
