The Department of Biotechnology (DBT), in collaboration with the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), has launched a network of 21 high-performance biomanufacturing platforms under the BioE3 Policy (Biotechnology for Environment, Economy and Employment). These platforms include advanced biofoundries and biomanufacturing hubs to support synthetic biology, smart proteins, mRNA medicines, carbon-capture solutions, and other frontier areas.
The initiative seeks to expand India’s bioeconomy from about USD 10 billion toward a projected USD 300 billion by 2047. By providing shared infrastructure and cutting-edge tools, the platforms are expected to drive innovation, import substitution, entrepreneurship, and skilled job creation. They mark a strategic step in positioning India as a global biomanufacturing hub.
Relevant question for policy stakeholders: How can public–private partnerships and targeted funding mechanisms be leveraged to ensure these BioEnabler hubs transition successfully from pilot-scale facilities to commercially sustainable biomanufacturing centers?
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