CSIR-CBRI Hands Over 13 Breakthrough Technologies to Industries and Start-ups

On National Technology Day 2026, CSIR-CBRI Roorkee transferred 13 breakthrough indigenous technologies to industries and start-ups, strengthening India’s innovation ecosystem and advancing the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

CSIR‑CBRI (Central Building Research Institute), Roorkee, is India’s premier research institute dedicated to building science and technology, established in 1947 under CSIR. It develops innovative solutions for construction, housing, disaster mitigation, fire safety, and sustainable infrastructure.  

Event Overview

• Occasion: National Technology Day, May 11, 2026
• Organizer: Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), New Delhi
• Focus: Technology transfers by CSIR-Central Building Research Institute (CSIR-CBRI), Roorkee
• Outcome: 13 indigenous technologies formally handed over to industries and start-ups

Speakers emphasized that these transfers highlight India’s growing research strength and its role in nation-building through technology-led growth and self-reliance.   

Key Technologies Transferred

Technology	Application Area	Impact
Fire-resistant transparent intumescent coating	Wood & substitutes	Enhances fire safety without compromising aesthetics
IPN coating technology	RCC structures	Protects reinforced concrete from corrosion & degradation
Low-carbon footprint brick manufacturing	Sustainable construction	Reduces emissions, supports eco-friendly building
Hybrid solar-assisted heat pump system	Energy efficiency	Cuts energy costs, promotes renewable integration
Prefabricated high-strength steel cord reinforcement	Wall protection	Improves resilience of infrastructure against stress

These innovations target fire safety, green construction, and energy-efficient infrastructure, aligning with India’s sustainability goals.   

Leadership Insights

• Prof. R. Pradeep Kumar (Director, CSIR-CBRI): Emphasized the significance of transferring indigenous technologies on National Technology Day.
• Dr. Ajay Chaurasia (Programme Coordinator, CSIR-CBRI): Highlighted industry-oriented dissemination to accelerate innovation-led development.
• Dr. N. Kalaiselvi (DG, CSIR & Secretary, DSIR): Stated that science and innovation are key drivers of India’s journey to becoming a developed nation.

Additional Highlights

• Release of CSIR Smart Village Initiative video showcasing rural development and sustainable technologies.
• Launch of Annual Report 2025–26 of CSIR-CBRI.
• Vote of thanks by Dr. S. K. Panigrahi, followed by the National Anthem.

Strategic Significance

• Nation Building: Strengthens India’s innovation ecosystem and supports Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
• Sustainability: Promotes eco-friendly construction and energy-efficient solutions.
• Industry Collaboration: Bridges research outputs with industrial applications.
• Global Positioning: Positions India as a hub for affordable, indigenous, and socially relevant technologies.