Tata Chemicals reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening India’s research and innovation ecosystem through active participation in the CII Global Summit on Industry–Academia Partnership, held at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. The summit brought together leaders from industry, academia, and government. They discussed practical frameworks to build a robust, collaborative R&D landscape in India.
Showcasing Innovation and Research Partnerships
At the accompanying exhibition, Tata Chemicals showcased a range of recent product innovations and highlighted its ongoing collaborations with leading research institutions across the country. Consequently, the company’s stall drew strong interest from business leaders, researchers, and policymakers keen to understand the science-led initiatives shaping its growth trajectory.
Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of Science and Technology, addressed the inaugural session. He later visited the exhibition area and interacted with industry and academic participants, including the Tata Chemicals team.
National Recognition for R&D Excellence
In a significant achievement, Tata Chemicals was named the Grand Jury Winner. The award was in the Industry – Large Manufacturing category at the CII Industry–Academia Partnership Awards 2025. This recognition honours organisations that build impactful, long-term research collaborations and translate them into tangible outcomes.
Leadership Perspective on Sustainable Innovation
Dr. Richard Lobo, Head – Innovation, Business Excellence, and Chief Ethics Counsellor at Tata Chemicals, said the recognition reinforces the company’s commitment to sustainable science. He added it also underscores their dedication to technology excellence. He added that Tata Chemicals will continue to advance technological breakthroughs for the nation, industry, and society. The company will achieve this by leveraging strong partnerships and pursuing radical innovation.
Driving India’s R&D Ambitions
As per the press release, the summit, themed “Catalysing India’s Rise as an R&D Powerhouse: Forging Partnerships, Driving Excellence,” spotlighted breakthrough research, emerging technology domains, and collaborative models capable of accelerating innovation across sectors. Through its participation and recognition, Tata Chemicals underscored its role as a key contributor to India’s evolving R&D ecosystem.
