Archive · 2 Sep 2025
Indian Innovation: Progress, Challenges, and Future Steps
Imagine India trying to invent cool new things.
We are getting better, moving up in the world rankings for innovation.
It wasn't always this way; a long time ago, India was super advanced in lots of areas, but things changed.
Our schools need to teach kids to think creatively, not just memorize stuff.
Even simple, smart ideas (like 'jugaad') can be patented.
If you have a good idea, learn how it can be protected and start your own business!
India can do better in this area by introducing specialized courses.
India's ranking in the Global Innovation Index has improved significantly in recent years.
India was once highly advanced but faced decline due to various factors.
The education system can stifle innovation if it overemphasizes rote learning.
Jugaad, an improvised solution, can be patented if it meets certain criteria.
The Indian education system should encourage students to address unmet societal needs and protect their ideas with IPR.
- Who
- Prabuddha Ganguli, an IPR expert and WIPO consultant, was interviewed.
- What
- The interview discussed India's innovation landscape, education's role, and the potential of indigenous solutions.
- When
- The interview took place recently.
- Where
- Calcutta, at the Academy of Technology in Hooghly.
- Why
- To understand India's position in global innovation and how to foster a culture of creativity.
- Expert
- Prabuddha Ganguli, WIPO Consultant
- India's GII Rank (2024)
- 39
- India's GII Rank (2015)
- 81
- India's Rank Among Lower-Middle Income Economies
- 1st
- Historical Decline
- Creative endeavors declined after the 12th century AD.
- Jugaad Definition
- Improvised, cost-effective solution