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We are an autonomous institute under Dept.
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of Science and Technology, Govt of India

We promote grassroots innovation, support innovators, and documents traditional knowledge by raising entrepreneurship & advocating for policies supporting innovation Objectives

To help India become an innovative and creative society and a global leader in sustainable technologies by scouting, spawning and sustaining grassroots innovations

To ensure evolution and diffusion of green grassroots innovation in a selective, time-bound and mission oriented basis so as to meet the socio-economic and environmental needs of our society

To provide institutional support in scouting, spawning, sustaining and scaling up grassroots green innovations as well as outstanding traditional knowledge and helping their transition to self supporting activities. To seek self reliance through competitive advantage of innovation based enterprises and/or application of "people generated sustainable technologies" at grassroots level

To build linkages between excellence in formal scientific systems and informal knowledge systems and create a knowledge network to link various stakeholders through application of information technology and other means

To promote wider social awareness, and possible applications, of the know-how generated as a result of these initiatives in commercial or social spheres and encourage its incorporation in educational curriculum, developmental policies and programs

05/10/2026

Innovation Yatra – Day 10: Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh & Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh

On the 10th day of the Innovation Yatra, the National Innovation Foundation–India team visited Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh, and Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh, engaging with local communities and exploring grassroots innovations.

The team showcased selected grassroots innovations and interacted with local people to understand their needs, practices, and innovative solutions. In Shrinagar, Mahoba, the team visited the Gram Panchayat and interacted with a local fabricator, where several innovative practices and ideas were identified for further documentation and exploration.

The visit provided valuable insights into the creativity, grassroots innovation, traditional knowledge, and problem-solving approaches emerging from local communities.

05/10/2026

Innovation Yatra 2026 | Day 9 – Chhungte, Champhai, Mizoram

As part of Innovation Yatra 2026, the National Innovation Foundation–India team reached Chhungte, Champhai district, Mizoram, where a farmers-cum-innovators and villagers’ interaction was jointly hosted by the Chhungte Village Council on 3 October 2026.

The interaction brought together around 60 participants, including grassroots innovators, the District Agriculture Officer (DAO) of Champhai, assistant professors from Champhai Government College and other community representatives.

The session focused on strengthening awareness of the innovation ecosystem, grassroots innovations and NIF-India’s initiatives, along with sharing technological innovations and traditional knowledge from the local community.

The team also documented four grassroots innovations in detail and conducted a new scouting visit in Zote village. Participants experienced demonstrations of innovative student projects, including a stapler with extra pin storage, shock-absorber crutch and shoe-cum-sleeper, along with poster exhibitions on SHE Innovations and herbal pest control practices.

Through Innovation Yatra 2026, the National Innovation Foundation–India continues to discover, document, recognise and promote grassroots innovations and traditional knowledge across communities.

05/10/2026

Innovation Yatra 2026 | Day 9 | Jugulupur, Satna, Madhya Pradesh

As part of Innovation Yatra 2026, the National Innovation Foundation–India team visited Jugulupur village in Satna, Madhya Pradesh, and interacted with around 30 farmers to understand local agricultural practices, grassroots innovations, and traditional knowledge.

During the interaction, the team introduced farmers to selected grassroots innovations and technologies relevant to their needs. Farmers actively shared their traditional knowledge related to plant varieties, human health practices, and animal health practices, along with the challenges they face in their day-to-day farming activities.

The interaction provided valuable insights into local farming practices, community knowledge, and ground-level challenges, helping the team identify potential areas for documentation, recognition, and further support of grassroots innovations.

Through Innovation Yatra 2026, the National Innovation Foundation–India continues to connect with communities, discover local knowledge and innovative practices, and strengthen the ecosystem for grassroots innovation and traditional knowledge.

Innovation Yatra 2026, National Innovation Foundation–India, grassroots innovation, traditional knowledge, farmers, agricultural innovation, rural innovation, Satna Madhya Pradesh, local agricultural practices, community knowledge

05/10/2026

Innovation Yatra 2026 | Day 8 – Meeting-I | Mizoram

The National Innovation Foundation–India team visited Haulawng Village, Lunglei District, Mizoram, on 2 October 2026, where they interacted with local innovators and documented three grassroots innovations developed by three innovators.

A group discussion with 18 participants focused on the objectives and significance of Innovation Yatra, along with local technological practices, challenges and innovation needs.

The team also documented another local innovation in detail, exploring its features, applications and potential for further development.

05/10/2026

Innovation Yatra 2026 | Day 7 – Meeting-II | Mizoram

The National Innovation Foundation–India team held a farmers, grassroots innovators and villagers’ interaction at Rahsiveng, Lunglei, Mizoram, on 1 October 2026, with 39 participants.

The session highlighted grassroots innovation, NIF-India’s initiatives, innovation ecosystem, and experiences shared by four grassroots innovators. One grassroots innovation was documented in detail, followed by new scouting.

Participants also explored innovative student projects, herbal pest control practices, SHE Innovations, and other grassroots innovation exhibits.

05/10/2026

Innovation Yatra 2026 | Day 7 – Meeting-I

📍 Haulawng Village, Lunglei District, Mizoram
📅 1 October 2026

As part of Innovation Yatra 2026, the yatris reached Haulawng Village, where a farmer-cum-innovator and villagers’ interaction meeting was hosted. The programme was attended by 53 participants, comprising grassroots innovators and other community representatives.

The programme commenced with a welcome address by Mr. R. Lalbikzuala, followed by introductory remarks by the Village Councillor of Haulawng Village. Dr. Rajiv Mili highlighted the objectives of Innovation Yatra, while Er. Dipjyoti Choudhury presented a brainstorming session on the innovation ecosystem of the country and National Innovation Foundation–India’s initiatives over the last three decades.

Four grassroots innovators shared their experiences with the audience. The team subsequently documented three grassroots innovations in detail, followed by further scouting. Participants were also given demonstrations of grassroots innovations, including innovative student projects, a stapler with extra pin storage, a crutch with a shock absorber, and a shoe-cum-sleeper, followed by a poster exhibition.

Additional exhibits and information materials featured SHE Innovations, herbal pest-control practices, and Innovation Yatra literature, providing participants with practical exposure to diverse approaches to grassroots innovation and sustainable problem-solving.

01/10/2026

Innovation Yatra 2026 | Day 8 – Chitrakoot, Uttar Pradesh

The National Innovation Foundation–India team visited Badi Manyan village, Chitrakoot, to interact with the local community and verify and document traditional human and animal healthcare practices.

A Farmers’ Field School was also conducted to raise awareness about locally available plants and traditional herbal practices. Farmers actively participated, sharing their knowledge and experiences.

01/10/2026

Innovation Yatra 2026 | Day 6 – Meeting II | Mizoram

The National Innovation Foundation–India organised a community interaction programme at New Serchhip Village, Serchhip District, Mizoram, on 30 September 2026, with 36 participants, including grassroots innovators, farmers, traditional healers, SHG members and local stakeholders.

The programme featured demonstrations of grassroots innovations, student-led engineering solutions, a poster exhibition on herbal pest-control practices and SHE Innovations, and discussions on sustainable natural resource management.

The session concluded with the scouting of three technological innovations and several human-health and veterinary practices, contributing to the objectives of Innovation Yatra 2026.

Innovation Yatra, Grassroots Innovations, Traditional Knowledge, Community Engagement

01/10/2026

Innovation Yatra 2026 | Day 6 – Meeting I | Mizoram

The National Innovation Foundation–India organised a Community Interaction Programme at Chingchhip Village, Serchhip District, Mizoram, on 30 September 2026, with around 50 participants, including grassroots innovators, farmers, traditional healers, SHG members, students and community representatives.

The programme featured demonstrations of grassroots innovations, student projects, a poster exhibition and knowledge-sharing sessions on traditional practices, herbal pest control and sustainable innovation. The team also scouted three technological innovations and several veterinary and human-health practices.

Innovation Yatra, Grassroots Innovations, Traditional Knowledge, Community Engagement

30/09/2026

Innovation Yatra 2026 | Day 5 – Meeting-II | Dapchhuah Village, Mamit, Mizoram

The National Innovation Foundation–India team conducted a community interaction meeting at Dapchhuah Village, Mamit, Mizoram, on 29 September 2026, with 50 participants including farmers, local healers, SHG members, students, teachers, social workers and community representatives.

The meeting focused on identifying, documenting and promoting grassroots innovations and traditional knowledge. Selected grassroots and student innovations were demonstrated, including the Fruit Nipper, Cocoon Opener, LPG Cylinder Cap Opener, shock-absorber crutch, adjustable walker and shoe-cum-sleeper, followed by a poster exhibition.

The interaction facilitated knowledge exchange and resulted in the scouting of one technological innovation and several veterinary and human-health practices from local knowledge holders.

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