The number and kinds of biotechnology research projects that have been formally authorized and supported by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), which is part of the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, are referred to as Projects Sanctioned. These approved projects include a wide range of topics, including industrial biotechnology, bioinformatics, environmental sustainability, bioenergy, medical biotechnology, and agricultural biotechnology. Project approval entails assessing applications from academic institutions, businesses, and research centres to make sure they are in line with national interests and the highest standards of science. The government’s dedication to encouraging innovation, advancing translational research, and fortifying India’s biotechnology ecosystem is reflected in this approach.

The approved projects of DBT are significant since they support India’s economic development, capability for innovation, and scientific progress. In order to address important problems in agriculture, health, and the environment, these initiatives make it possible to develop new technologies, vaccines, diagnostic tools, and sustainable solutions. Additionally, they encourage industry-academia cooperation, which aids in converting lab research into practical uses. Additionally, approved projects foster the next generation of biotechnologists by supporting capacity building through the funding of young scientists and research infrastructure. All of these programs work together to propel India’s development as a major centre for biotechnology worldwide and the realization of Atmanirbhar Bharat’s objectives.