NITI Aayog

Prof. Ramesh Chand, Member, NITI Aayog, attended the 33rd Annual Conference of the Agri Economics Research Association in Hyderabad as Chief Guest on 1st December, 2025. He highlighted the importance of innovation in agri-business, women empowerment, and climate change. He further emphasised the role of startups, dedicated agri-market spaces for women, and solarisation in agriculture. #PMOIndia #NITIAayog #Agriculture #AgriEconomy #WomenEmpowerment #ClimateAction #AgriInnovation #Startups #SolarAgriculture #Hyderabad #InclusiveGrowth Narendra Modi | Rao Inderjit Singh | Suman K. Bery | Ramesh Chand

From the pulse of innovation to life-changing impact: Redefining healthcare through access and innovation India’s healthcare landscape is undergoing a significant shift. With the integration of AI and Frontier Technologies, advanced care is moving beyond urban centres and becoming accessible to communities across rural and remote regions. Innovations in diagnostics, vaccines, surgical assistance, maternal and child health, telemedicine, and assistive technologies are strengthening last-mile delivery and improving the quality of care. These solutions are enabling timely interventions, reducing disparities, and supporting a more responsive health system. Millions of citizens are now benefiting from services that were once difficult to access, reflecting India’s commitment to building an inclusive, technology-enabled healthcare ecosystem. About the Repository: NITI Aayog’s Frontier Tech Repository is a curated platform featuring proven, impact-driven technology use cases that are solving real problems across the nation. The repository developed by the Frontier Tech Hub and The Better India, currently showcases 200+ documented case studies across sectors such as Agriculture, Healthcare, Education, Space, Defence & Security. With an integrated AI Assistant and a unique ‘Build Your Own’ feature, the Repository serves as a one-stop platform to discover, scale, and replicate frontier technology solutions addressing India’s most pressing challenges. 🔗 Read the full story on the Frontier Tech Repository: https://lnkd.in/gMKKnJMD #PMOIndia #NITIAayog #HealthcareInnovation #AIinHealthcare #DigitalHealth #FrontierTech #HealthForAll #InnovationInAction #FutureOfHealthcare Narendra Modi | Rao Inderjit Singh | Suman K. Bery | Debjani Ghosh

Shaping the Urban Vision for Viksit Uttar Pradesh 2047 The Government of Uttar Pradesh is advancing its vision for Viksit Uttar Pradesh 2047 through extensive consultations with key departments, beuraucrats, think tanks, academia, and market leaders. The Urban Development Department and the Urban Planning & Housing Department, GoUP organised a Consultation Workshop at the Directorate of Urban Local Bodies, Lucknow, to chart a forward-looking urban roadmap for 2047. The workshop was attended by Shri A.K. Sharma, Minister, Urban Development Department; Smt. Sushma Kharkwal, Mayor of Lucknow; Shri Ganesh Kesarwani, Mayor of Prayagraj; Shri P. Guruprasad, Principal Secretary, Urban Development and Housing & Urban Planning; Ms. Anna Roy, Program Director, NITI Aayog; Shri Alok Kumar, Principal Secretary, Planning Department, along with senior officials and stakeholders. The discussions centred on creating resilient, sustainable, and self-reliant cities for the future. Ms. Anna Roy set the tone for the discussions by outlining the core principles that will guide the Shatabdi Sankalp followed by a detailed presentation from knowledge partner Deloitte India on the proposed urban development roadmap. Panel sessions on key development pillars saw active participation from stakeholders who shared practical insights and recommendations for future initiatives. #PMOINDIA #NITIAayog #UrbanDevelopment #UP2047 #ViksitBharat #SustainableCities #UrbanTransformation Narendra Modi | Rao Inderjit Singh | Government of Uttar Pradesh | Chief Minister Office, Uttar Pradesh | Ministry of External Affairs, India | Suman K. Bery

Strengthening Manufacturing & Exports: NITI Aayog’s Strategic Outreach in Punjab NITI Aayog recently concluded a strategic engagement in Punjab, marked by high-level discussions in Chandigarh following an intensive two-day, on-ground visit to Jalandhar and Amritsar. The field visit was undertaken as part of the mandate of the Task Force on Strengthening Sports Goods Manufacturing and Exports in India. Over the course of two days, the team conducted extensive interactions with leading sports goods manufacturers and visited four major sports manufacturing units in Jalandhar to gain direct insights into operations, and challenges. The meetings focused on translating these ground-level findings into policy-oriented dialogue. Discussions were held with Shri Sanjeev Arora, Hon’ble Minister for Industry and Investment, Government of Punjab; Shri KAP Sinha, Chief Secretary, Punjab; Shri KK Yadav, Principal Secretary, Industries, Investment and Exports; and other senior officers of the Government of Punjab. Key areas of collaboration centered on strengthening the Sports Goods industry and expanding support to related sectors such as hand tools and power tools, cycles, textiles, and general manufacturing. Both sides also explored opportunities for joint research studies to enhance investment inflow and boost Punjab’s export competitiveness. NITI Aayog extends sincere appreciation to the Minister, the Chief Secretary, the Principal Secretary, and all officers and industry stakeholders for their invaluable commitment to advancing Punjab’s industrial and economic development. #PMOINDIA #NITIAayog #Punjab #Jalandhar #SportsGoods #MakeInIndia #Exports #Chandigarh #IndustrialDevelopment Narendra Modi | Rao Inderjit Singh | Suman K. Bery

Strengthening Solar Pathways for Water Security and Farmer Prosperity Prof. Ramesh Chand, Member, NITI Aayog, chaired the Solar Phase 2 Inception Meeting of the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) today in New Delhi. The workshop convened partners from India, Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Kenya to chart the roadmap for the next phase of the Solar Energy for Agricultural Resilience programme. During the discussions, Prof. Ramesh Chand highlighted the need to expand the role of solar energy beyond groundwater irrigation—to boost farmers’ income through solar-powered value addition, support the goal of Har Khet Ko Pani through efficient irrigation, and strengthen climate adaptation and mitigation. The meeting featured a comprehensive set of sessions—beginning with inaugural remarks and Phase 1 learnings, followed by partner perspectives and country implementation plans, and later group discussions on policy pathways, financing and sustainability, pilots and living labs, and capacity building with South–South exchange—collectively shaping the direction for SoLAR Phase 2. The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), along with Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), International Solar Alliance (ISA), Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and other partners, continues to play a pivotal role in advancing a collaborative agenda that brings together clean energy, water security and farmer prosperity. #PMOIndia #NITIAayog #SolarTransition #AgriInnovation #WaterForAll #GreenDevelopment #ClimateResilience Narendra Modi | Rao Inderjit Singh | Suman K. Bery | Ramesh Chand

28th NITI In-House Lecture Series | Preserving & Promoting India’s Amazing Heritage NITI Aayog organised its 28th Lecture on “Preserving and Promoting India’s Amazing Heritage” on 26th November 2025 at the iconic Red Fort, New Delhi - a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an enduring symbol of India’s cultural legacy. Shri Puneet Dalmia, MD, Dalmia Bharat Ltd., delivering the lecture spoke about India’s vibrant history, reviving built heritage, and reimagining the Red Fort as a dynamic public heritage space. He highlighted how strategic private-sector participation can enhance conservation, enrich visitor experience, and ensure long-term sustainability while preserving cultural integrity. Shri Suman Bery, Vice Chairperson, NITI Aayog in his intervention emphasized the importance of harnessing the potential of India’s rich cultural layers and vibrant heritage. Participants also witnessed the grand Light & Sound Show, which told the story of Delhi’s history in a simple and engaging way. This was followed by a visit to the Red Fort Museum, offering an immersive experience into India’s civilizational heritage. India’s built heritage is not just about monuments - it is a living cultural continuum that inspires identity, learning, and economic opportunity #NITIAayog #InHouseLecture #HeritageDialogue #CulturalConservation #IndianHeritage #HeritageTourism #CulturalLegacy #LivingHeritage #RedFort #UNESCOHeritage #SustainableTourism #CulturalPreservation #PublicPrivatePartnership #HeritageManagement #IncredibleIndia Narendra Modi | Rao Inderjit Singh | Suman K. Bery | Sabhyata Foundation

NITI Aayog marked Samvidhan Divas 2025 with a commemorative programme organised by its Law Division on 26 November at NITI Bhawan, observing the adoption of the Constitution of India on this day in 1949. The programme featured the Reading of the Preamble as Oath in Hindi and English at 11:00 AM. As part of the observance, the winners of the Poster Making Competition, held on 24 November 2025 on the theme “We the People of India @ 2047: A Vision”, were announced. The event reaffirmed the guiding principles of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity, strengthening our collective commitment to the values of the Constitution as India progresses towards Viksit Bharat @ 2047. #SamvidhanDiwas #NITIAayog #ConstitutionOfIndia #WeThePeople #ViksitBharat2047 #GovtOfIndia Narendra Modi | Rao Inderjit Singh | Suman K. Bery

Driving Last-Mile Development in Kaushambi! Shri Rohit Kumar, Additional Secretary & Mission Director – ADP/ABP, NITI Aayog, conducted a comprehensive review of the development progress in Kaushambi district under the Aspirational Blocks Programme. Both the Aspirational Blocks, Kaushambi and Manjhanpur have shown significant improvement, with a majority of KPIs demonstrating steady, positive movement across core development areas. The NITI team also visited village institutions and interacted with the grassroots workers and villagers. He encouraged the district team to build on this momentum by accelerating progress across indicators that require additional focus, while reinforcing inter-departmental coordination to ensure that development efforts reach every household seamlessly. The visit reaffirmed Kaushambi’s commitment to advancing the vision of a healthy, empowered, and Viksit Bharat, with both the blocks showcasing visible momentum toward inclusive and transformative development. #AspirationalBlocksProgramme #ADP #ABP #NITIAayog #LastMileDelivery #ViksitBharat #DevelopmentInAction #Kaushambi #InclusiveGrowth #GoodGovernance #FieldVisit #HealthAndNutrition #EducationDevelopment #PublicServiceDelivery Narendra Modi | Rao Inderjit Singh | Suman K. Bery

Breast cancer remains one of the leading health challenges for women in India, but Indian innovators are now rewriting the narrative. One such breakthrough is NIRAMAI’s Thermalytix, an AI-powered thermal imaging tool founded by Dr. Geetha Manjunath, a researcher with over two decades of expertise in data analytics and artificial intelligence, who set out to create an accessible and effective method for early detection. Thermalytix uses high-resolution thermal sensing and machine-learning algorithms to identify abnormalities long before symptoms appear. Non-invasive, radiation-free, portable, and cost-effective, it is built for screening camps, community health centres, and last-mile clinics—bringing early detection to women who need it most. By spotlighting this innovation, NITI Aayog’s Frontier Tech Hub underscores how frontier technologies can expand access, strengthen public health systems, and ultimately save lives. About the Repository: NITI Aayog’s Frontier Tech Repository is a curated platform featuring proven, impact-driven technology use cases that are solving real problems across the nation. The repository, developed by the Frontier Tech Hub and The Better India, currently showcases 200+ documented case studies across sectors such as Agriculture, Healthcare, Education, Space, Defence & Security. With an integrated AI Assistant and a unique ‘Build Your Own’ feature, the Repository serves as a one-stop platform to discover, scale, and replicate frontier technology solutions addressing India’s most pressing challenges. 🔗 Read the full story on the Frontier Tech Repository: https://lnkd.in/gMKKnJMD #PMOIndia #NITIAayog #FrontierTech #AIForGood #WomenInHealth #MadeInIndia #DigitalHealthIndia #AtmanirbharBharat #ViksitBharat2047 #HealthInnovation #PreventiveHealthcare #IndianScience #TechForImpact #InnovationIndia Narendra Modi | Rao Inderjit Singh | Suman K. Bery | Debjani Ghosh

NITI Aayog today signed a Statement of Intent (SoI) with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) in the presence of Dr. Vinod Paul, Member, NITI Aayog, to collaborate in the areas of WASH. This collaboration aims to jointly undertake research studies and develop strategies in the areas of water security, impact of climate change on water, sanitation and hygiene, enhancing water use efficiencies across sectors, among other initiatives. #PMOIndia #NITIAayog #UNOPS #WaterSecurity #WASH #SustainableDevelopment #WaterManagement #WaterEfficiency #SustainableWater #PublicPrivatePartnership #ClimateChange #CleanWater #IndiaWaterReform Narendra Modi | Rao Inderjit Singh | Suman K. Bery