Kerala Science-IT Park foundation stone laid in Kannur
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Why in news
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan laid the foundation stone for a ₹600 crore Science and IT Park in Kannur, Kerala, to foster knowledge-based industries and bio-prospecting.
Background
The project is located at Cheriyavalappu, Anjarakandy, and is estimated to cost ₹600 crore. It will be supervised by the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment with academic guidance from Kannur University.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceThe Science and IT Park is being established at Cheriyavalappu, Anjarakandy in Kannur, Kerala.
- FactThe estimated cost of the Science and IT Park project is ₹600 crore.
- BodyThe Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment will supervise the park's advanced facilities.
- S&TThe park aims to attract global companies in bio-processing and bio-prospecting to utilize Kerala's biodiversity.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the development of knowledge-based industries and bio-prospecting can leverage regional biodiversity for sustainable economic growth in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Biodiversity monetization: Balancing commercial bio-prospecting with conservation of Kerala's unique biological resources
- Knowledge economy: Transitioning regional economies from primary sectors to high-value research and bio-processing hubs
Keywords: Bio-prospecting · Knowledge-based industries · Bio-processing · Regional development · Biodiversity utilization
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