CSIR Transfers 13 Indigenous CBRI Technologies to Industry on National Technology Day 2026
On National Technology Day, 12 May 2026, the CSIR facilitated the transfer of 13 indigenous technologies developed by the Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) to industries and start-ups.
On National Technology Day, observed on 12 May 2026, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) facilitated the transfer of 13 indigenous technologies to industries and start-ups. These technologies were developed by the Central Building Research Institute (CBRI).
The technologies cover areas such as fire safety, sustainable construction, infrastructure protection, energy efficiency, and advanced building materials. Transferring research to industry helps turn laboratory innovations into useful products.
The CSIR is an autonomous body that operates under the Ministry of Science and Technology. It is headquartered in New Delhi and was established in 1942. It runs a large network of laboratories and institutes across the country.
For exam aspirants, key facts include that National Technology Day is observed on 11 May each year to mark the 1998 Pokhran nuclear tests, and that CSIR is one of India’s largest research organisations.
Key Points to Remember
- CSIR transferred 13 indigenous CBRI technologies to industry on 12 May 2026
- Event held on National Technology Day
- Technologies cover fire safety, sustainable construction, energy efficiency, building materials
- CSIR works under the Ministry of Science and Technology
- CSIR is headquartered in New Delhi and was established in 1942
- National Technology Day is observed on 11 May
Exam Relevance
Relevant for UPSC Prelims (Science & Technology), SSC General Awareness, and Banking current affairs.
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