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North East Centre for Technology Application and Reach (NECTAR)

North East Centre for Technology Application and Reach (NECTAR):

Union Minister laid the foundation stone for NECTAR’s permanent campus in Shillong, aiming to boost technology-driven growth in Northeast India.

  • NECTAR is  an autonomous body under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India.
  • Focuses on technological applications for the development of Northeast India.
  • Established In 2014, under the Ministry of Science & Technology.
  • Headquarters: Shillong, Meghalaya.
  • Aim is to Promote technological advancements for socio-economic development in Northeast India, Bridge the gap between research institutions and grassroots innovations,Encourage sustainable agricultural practices like saffron and bamboo cultivation.