The India Research Tour 2025, a significant initiative aimed at enhancing research outreach, has arrived in Kolkata. This initiative, organized by Springer Nature in partnership with the Ministry of Education, engages with esteemed educational institutions including the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta, Jadavpur University, the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) Kolkata, and Adamas University.
Running from October 6 to November 13, the tour will visit a total of 29 institutions across 15 cities in 7 states. Its primary goals are to promote open access and open science, enhance research integrity, advocate for the adoption of e-books, support the recruitment of editorial board members, and foster diversity and inclusion in research.
Dr. Sukanta Majumdar, the Minister of State for Education, remarked, “The India Research Tour embodies the spirit of innovation and growth and aligns with the country”s priorities of advancing research and discovery. Initiatives like One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) and the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) represent a historic leap for education and will catalyze research through various government and partnered initiatives. Our aim is to make research inclusive and globally inspiring. As a nation, we have the capacity and capability to achieve much more, and I encourage researchers to pursue their work with passion and determination.”
Prof. Dhananjay Singh, member secretary of the Indian Council for Social Science Research (ICSSR), added, “The India Research Tour reflects the Government of India”s commitment to enhancing the national research and innovation ecosystem. This is achieved through collaboration, capacity building, and equitable access to knowledge. As a critical partner, ICSSR acknowledges the importance of advancing open access, promoting research integrity, and encouraging interdisciplinary engagement among institutions. These initiatives align with our policy objective of fostering a more inclusive and globally connected research environment that empowers scholars to contribute to India”s social, economic, and developmental goals.”
Venkatesh Sarvasiddhi, Managing Director of Springer Nature India, stated, “Kolkata”s institutions have played a pivotal role in India”s intellectual and scientific journey. Engaging with researchers here reinforces the collaborative spirit and commitment to integrity and inclusivity that drives the India Research Tour.”
The tour commenced on October 6 at the ICSSR in New Delhi and has already made its way through regions like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand before reaching Kolkata.
