Advancing the Kalyana Karnataka Bio-Economy Mission
Team Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre (BBC) had the opportunity to meet Dr. Ajay Dharam Singh, Hon’ble Minister for Minor Irrigation and Science & Technology, Government of Karnataka, and brief him on the Karnataka Bio-Economy Mission and BBC’s ongoing initiatives across the Kalyana Karnataka region.
The discussion focused on the potential of biotechnology and innovation to support agricultural development, bio-inputs, value addition, entrepreneurship, and the development of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) and Self-Help Groups (SHGs). The interaction also highlighted opportunities to create sustainable livelihood avenues for farmers, women, and rural youth through innovation-driven initiatives.
Representing Team BBC were Dr. Mohamed Adil A. A., Managing Director, Mr. Santhosh, Vice Presiden, Dr. Senthil Kumar Radhakrishnan, Advisor – Agritech, Dr. Saravanan R., Dr. Pavan P. R., and Mr. Sharanabasappa Nagavi.
The interaction provided an opportunity to present BBC’s ongoing activities and discuss potential avenues for collaboration to strengthen the bio-economy ecosystem in Kalyana Karnataka. Through biotechnology, agritech, entrepreneurship, and innovation, such initiatives can contribute to value creation, rural enterprise development, and inclusive economic opportunities across the region.
Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre looks forward to exploring meaningful collaborations and initiatives that contribute to building a sustainable, innovation-driven bio-economy in Kalyana Karnataka.
We sincerely thank Dr. Ajay Dharam Singh for his valuable time and interaction with Team BBC.