Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches 'One Week One Theme' Campaign

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On June 24, 2024, Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, GoI, launched the "One Week One Theme" (OWOT) campaign.

An Overview of the News

• The campaign aims to showcase India's achievements in science and technology through weekly themes.

About OWOT Campaign

• Initiative Background: Inspired by the success of "One Week One Lab" (OWOL) in 2023.

• Objective: Raise awareness about scientific progress, promote innovation inclusivity.

MoUs and Collaborations

• Technology Transfers: Signed around 24 MoUs for technology transfers and product launches.

• Stakeholder Empowerment: Aimed at empowering MSMEs, startups, SHGs, scientists through industry collaborations.

Key Themes

• Diverse Themes: Included energy devices, aerospace, agriculture, healthcare, ecology, and more.

• Empowerment Goals: Focus on improving ease of living through science and technology innovations.

Future Directions

• Agenda for 2025: Transition to "One Week One Integrated Theme" (OWIT).

• Economic Impact: Projects like Deep-Sea mission, Aroma mission, and advancements in technology to boost India's economy, aiming for 4th largest globally.

About CSIR

• The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is an autonomous body founded in 1942.

• It is India's largest publicly funded multi-disciplinary Research & Development (R&D) organization.

• CSIR operates under the administrative supervision of the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST), Government of India.

  • President - Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

  • Director General - N. Kalaiselvi

  • Headquarters - New Delhi.