"Dream, Dream, Dream! Conduct these dreams into thoughts, and then transform them into action."
- Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
4 Jan 2023
Bengaluru, the silicon valley of India, will house the nation's first museum celebrating technological, innovative, and startup achievements. The government has stated that it will be the first of its kind in India and that it will be fully operational in the next 18 to 24 months.
The project would be built at the NGEF site in Byappanahalli, together with the forthcoming tree project in the same location, according to Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai. The museum will highlight India's $227 billion+ technology industry. Officials stated that it will be a public-private partnership effort with a $100 crore initial capital commitment.
According to The Economic Times, the unique museum will concentrate on three key areas. First, it will emphasize the technological advancements made by government research labs and institutes including Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
Second, the museum will feature domestic and international corporations and companies that have encouraged India's ability for innovation and technology. Last but not least, it would raise awareness of startup achievements among the general public given that India has witnessed more than 100 businesses join the unicorn club using an innovative and entrepreneurial strategy.
Visitors to the museum can find out more about India's technological advancements in the past, present, and future, particularly Karnataka's expansion and development in these areas. Additionally, it will encourage and stimulate other states and young individuals to pursue entrepreneurship and make a positive contribution to India's progressive future.