Wider engagement with universities and youth can bring new, unconventional ideas: PM Modi after high-level meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting with secretaries, emphasizing greater engagement between government departments, universities, and youth to integrate fresh perspectives into policymaking. He called for effective use of data and AI, increased focus on research and innovation (especially in defence), strengthening the maritime sector through port-led development, and breaking administrative silos. This outreach comes amidst student protests over the NEET paper leak.
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