Singh was discussing the roadmap with Odisha’s Science & Technology Minister Krushna Chandra Patra, who presented a series of proposals relating to the state’s science and technology priorities. The approach seeks to move from individual institutional initiatives towards a connected ecosystem spanning ocean resources, critical minerals, life sciences, space technology and technology-led economic development. Discussions covered Odisha Marine Biotechnology Research & Innovation Corridor (OMBRIC), being developed as a collaborative platform bringing together leading academic and research institutions in the state. The approach will bring together expertise in marine science, earth sciences, biotechnology and mineral-resource research, creating greater scope for joint projects and technology development. The meeting explored integrating the state’s space capabilities with ISRO, including the possibility of developing a Space Research and Manufacturing Centre in PPP mode.