Science, Technology and Innovation Policy 2013 focused on boosting research, innovation, scientific growth, and inclusive development through stronger public-private participation and global competitiveness.

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• Science, Technology and Innovation Policy 2013 was introduced to promote faster, sustainable, and inclusive national development through science-driven growth and innovation.
• The policy emphasized both “STI for people” and “people for STI” to connect scientific progress directly with public welfare and economic development.
• India targeted increasing Gross Expenditure on Research and Development from nearly 1 percent to 2 percent of national GDP under the policy framework.
• The policy aimed to position India among the world’s top five scientific powers by significantly increasing global scientific publications and research quality.
• STI Policy 2013 encouraged stronger private sector participation in research, development, technology innovation, and public-private partnership based scientific infrastructure projects.
• Major focus areas included scientific temper, youth skill development, women empowerment, affordable innovation, and improved accessibility for disadvantaged social groups across India.
• The policy proposed creation of a robust national innovation ecosystem supporting commercialization, green manufacturing, intellectual property sharing, and high-risk technological research activities.
• The Department of Science and Technology established a Policy Implementation Group to coordinate consultations and operationalise the policy across ministries and institutions.