Department of Science and Technology

susan's picture

India is one of the top-ranking countries in the field of basic research. Indian Science has come to be regarded as one of the most powerful instruments of growth and development, especially in the emerging scenario and competitive economy. In the wake of the recent developments and the new demands that are being placed on the S&T system, it is necessary for us to embark on some major science projects which have relevance to national needs and which will also be relevant for tomorrow's technology. The Department of Science & Technology plays a pivotal role in promotion of science & technology in the country. The department has wide ranging activities ranging from promoting high end basic research and development of cutting edge technologies on one hand to service the technological requirements of the common man through development of appropriate skills and technologies on the other.

Country: 
City: 
state: 
External URL: 
http://dst.gov.in/
Acronym: 
DST
Contact Person: 
Email: 
dstinfo at nic dot in
Tag GOI: 
Ministry of Science and Technology
Address: 
Technology Bhavan
Postal code: 
110 016
District: 
Phone: 
91-11-26567373, 26962819
Fax: 
91-11-26864570, 26862418
Organisation Type: 
Government