Dr. Chetana Baliga Nominated as Young Leader in Science and Technology by DBT in ESTIC 2025

We are delighted to announce that Dr. Chetana Baliga, DBT Ramalingaswamy Fellow in the Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Life and Allied Health Sciences (FLAHS), has been nominated by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) as a Young Leader in Science and Technology (under 45).

This nomination provides her the opportunity to attend ESTIC 2025 (Emerging Science, Technology, and Innovation Conclave), to be held in New Delhi from November 3–5, under the aegis of the esteemed Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi.

About ESTIC 2025

The Emerging Science, Technology, and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) is recognized as India's premier Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) platform, designed to bring together ministries, innovators, and global visionaries.

As a flagship annual event, ESTIC fosters collaboration, celebrates disruptive innovation, and drives forward the vision of "Viksit Bharat 2047." This transformative platform will showcase cutting-edge research, deep-tech breakthroughs, and thought-provoking discussions with Nobel Laureates, global experts, policymakers, and emerging leaders, igniting a new era of scientific leadership.

Dr. Baliga’s selection is a commendable recognition of her contributions and a proud moment for RUAS.