Th Biswajit addresses scientists, students and staff of IBSD
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 30 2022:
Minister for Science & Technology, Thongam Biswajit Singh addressed the scientists, students and staff of the Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD), Imphal during a programme held today at its campus.
The programme was organized by IBSD, Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, said a press release by IBSD, Imphal.
The Minister appreciated the various research activities and outreach programmes of IBSD for the development of bioresources under the leadership of Professor Pulok K Mukherjee, Director, IBSD, Imphal.
He also assured ail the support and cooperation in this regard for the growth of the economy of the state.
During the event, Professor Pulok K Mukherjee highlighted various activities of IBSD performed under different research veticals for the development of bioeconomy from bioresources of North Eastern Region.
He mentioned that IBSD is working on exploring traditional knowledge and natural resources for the development of bio-economy at large.
The programme was also attended by Devesh Deval, Commissioner cum Secretary (Science & Technology), Govt.of Manipur.
He highlighted various initiatives of the Department of Science & Technology, Govt, of Manipur in collaboration with IBSD, Imphal to promote research & development activities in the State, added the release.