NRF Bill: Centralisation of Capital and Power is Dangerous for Science

Scientists have expressed their concerns about this bill. They say that this bill will not only hand over scientific research in the country to the private sector but will also increase centralisation.
Interview with Dinesh Abrol
Interviewed by Ravi Kaushal

Both Houses of Parliament have recently approved the National Research Foundation Bill. After the assent of the President, it will turn into law. Scientists have expressed their concerns about this bill. They say that this bill will not only hand over scientific research in the country to the private sector but will also increase centralisation. Listen to NewsClick talked to Dinesh Abrol, Former Chief Scientist CSIR-NISTADS on this issue!