Bangalore: Government of Karnataka—on the occasion of 2nd Bangalore Nano—in the presence of Shri M. Hamid Ansari, H.E. vice president of India, Shri Rameshwar Thakur, H.E. Governor of Karnataka, Dr. V.S. Acharya, honourable home minister, Government of Karnataka, Prof. C.N.R. Rao, chairman, Science Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, Government of India and Dr. Ajit Sapre, group president (research & technology), Reliance Industries Ltd made a solemn proclamation to declare Bangalore as the ‘Nanocity of India’.
The Government of Karnataka promised to take every possible measure to encourage the research & development of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, create opportunities for the commercialization of Nanoscience and facilitate development of small, medium and large scale Industry committed to Nanotechnology. In addition to budgetary support, Karnataka Government has allotted 14 acres of Government land for setting up India's first premier 'Nano-institute'–Institute of Nano Science and Technology–in Bangalore. This centre would be set up under the guidance of JNCASR. Further, Karnataka Government is also planning to develop a Nano Park and Incubation Center.
Shri M. Hamid Ansari, H.E. vice president of India, said, "It is now globally accepted that Nanotechnology is dramatically changing the face of industry and economy and will be a transformative force in the future of India and the world. The theme of 2nd Bangalore Nano, ‘Nanotechnology in India's future’, is timely and relevant. Bangalore Nano has also encouraged budding entrepreneurs with business ideas by bringing them face to face with industry professionals and venture capitalists on a common platform to facilitate networking and business interactions. We need more such platforms in the country for various industry and research sectors."
Shri Rameshwar Thakur, H.E. Governor of Karnataka, stated, "Nanotechnology Industry, currently estimated to be around nine billion dollars globally, has the potential to become a trillion dollar sector in the next decade. If the sector has to take-off, it is necessary that the research companies pass their technology concepts for commercialization. It is in this context that the Research Industry Collaboration Hub (RICH) program organized at the 2nd Bangalore Nano would be a very fruitful platform for the Industry. Similarly, the YESSS–Young Entrepreneurs Start-ups Soaring Spirits–program would provide a platform for the young entrepreneurs to interact with the financial institutions, Venture Capitalists, Industries etc., and explore opportunities for commercialization and expansion."
Dr. V.S. Acharya, honourable home minister, Government of Karnataka, noted, "Karnataka is proud of the spectacular IT and BT growth and Bangalore as the undisputed 'IT capital of India'. Now, the State has warmly hugged Nanotechnology also. Government of Karnataka has taken a lead in exploring priority areas of Nano Scientific Research and Technology. Karnataka would spare no efforts to foster the growth of Nanotechnology in the State of Karnataka."
