Bhavya Khanna

The Emerging Science, Technology, and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC), inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi. ESTIC, a premier platform for science, technology, and innovation, brings together scientists, innovators, policymakers, and global experts to showcase cutting-edge research and foster collaboration in alignment with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. At the event, NIOT showcased its key project activities and technological advancements in ocean science and marine technology, highlighting: •Samudrayaan – Matsya 6000: India's flagship manned deep-ocean submersible project, aimed at enabling human exploration of the deep sea. •Underwater Acoustic Telephone: A communication technology designed to facilitate voice communication underwater. •Wave Propulsion-Based Vertical Profiler: An innovative ocean observation system that harnesses wave energy for vertical profiling and the collection of oceanographic data. NIOT's participation at ESTIC highlighted India's indigenous capabilities in ocean technology and its ongoing efforts to advance deep-sea exploration, underwater communication, and ocean observation technologies. Scientists, industrialists, and representatives of startup companies from across India visited the NIOT stall at ESTIC to explore and gain insights into emerging technologies and innovations in the marine environment. The exhibits attracted interest in NIOT’s indigenous technological advancements in deep-sea exploration, underwater communication, and ocean observation, providing a platform for knowledge exchange, industry interaction, and potential collaboration in advancing marine science and technology. #ESTIC2026 @MoesNiot @moesgoi @ESSO_NCESS @iitmpune @cmlre_kochi @ncaor_goa @ncmrwfmoes @incoismoes @BalajiR_IITB @tummalasrini

NIOT initiates Ocean Olympiad India which has been envisioned as a national-level annual competition to promote ocean literacy and deepen understanding of the oceans among young learners. It begins with online registration and a screening examination, followed by further selection rounds, including a qualifier stage and a grand finale. Open to students of Grade 11 and undergraduate students. Link: oceanolympiad.com @ESSO_NCESS @moesgoi @incoismoes @BalajiR_IITB @Ravi_MoES @MVR_NCCR @ncmrwfmoes @ncaor_goa