Apart from extensive mapping of technologies requiring R&D support, the task force is also looking at innovations which are already in market but require substantial scale up to augment their manufacturing infrastructure and capabilities NEW DELHI : As India gears up to fight the increasing number of infections, the COVID-19 task force formed by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) is mapping novel technological innovations to support the fight against the pandemic.

The task force consists of representatives from DST, Department of Biotechnology, Indian Council of Medical Research, All India Council for Technical Education and Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and has been identifying the most promising innovations

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