Hyderabad , June 10, 2025- In a significant boost to India’s global scientific outreach, Union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan chaired the prestigious Global Young Scientists Conference and the Annual General Meeting of the Global Young Academy (GYA) today at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad. The week-long conference, held for the first time in India, has brought together over 200 young scientists and thought leaders from around 60 countries.
Welcoming the global delegates, Pradhan congratulated the 30 newly inducted members of GYA and described the conference as a vibrant confluence of visionaries committed to shaping a more sustainable and equitable future. He emphasized that India’s approach to science is rooted in the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam—One Earth, One Family, One Future—and highlighted India’s commitment to science that is empathetic, ethical, and equitable.
“Science must be shared. Partnerships, not patents, must define our journey forward,” Pradhan stated. “To realise the vision of Viksit Bharat, we must embed purpose and empathy in scientific collaboration.”
He further cited India’s science-led global contributions like the International Solar Alliance, Mission LiFE, and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure as illustrations of India’s commitment to global welfare through research and innovation.
The minister also led a symbolic sapling plantation under the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative, calling it a personal and impactful gesture that students and citizens across India should adopt as part of the larger environmental movement.
The conference, themed “Confluence of Visionaries: Empowering Science for Global Change,” is being organized by IIT Hyderabad in partnership with the Global Young Academy (GYA), the Indian National Young Academy of Science (INYAS), and the Indian National Science Academy (INSA). The event will run from June 8–14, 2025.
Spanning a wide range of global challenges, the conference features thematic discussions on:
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Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks,
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Health and Nutrition for Global Wellness,
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Industry 5.0 and the evolving human-machine interface, and
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Innovation and Entrepreneurship across the global landscape.
With 135 international and 65 national delegates participating, the forum aims to foster inclusive dialogue and promote collaborative science-led solutions, positioning India as a catalyst in shaping global scientific discourse.
