Prof. Unnat P.Pandit, Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trademarks, Govt of India, visits Amity University
Amity Foundation for Science, Technology & Innovation Alliances (AFSTIA), Amity University Noida organized the visit of Prof. Unnat P. Pandit, Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trademarks, Govt. of India for a discussion on, “The Evolution and Necessity of Intellectual Property in Amrit Kaal: Fostering Innovation and Growth through Academic Research” at Amity University Uttar Pradesh.
The aim of his visit was to explore the opportunities to foster innovation and economic growth by protecting and incentivizing the development and commercialization of new ideas and technologies.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Unnat P Pandit, Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trademarks, Govt. of India, averred, “It is a matter of extreme pride and pleasure for me to be present here today at Amity, which is a highly reputed and esteemed institution across the globe. Amity is already doing exceptionally well in the area of Patent filing and enhancing the research ecosystem of the country. I highly appreciate the vision set by the institution and Amity has very well adopted an IP driven approach. The NEP 2020 allows the students to think , ideate and find solutions to the problems and Amity is providing this opportunity to all its students, including school students and preparing them well for higher education. In 2014, the Global Innovation Index ranking of India was 83 and today it is at number 40, which is a testimony to the huge development made by India in the area of research and innovation. We must aim to be amongst the top 10 in Global Innovation Index and for that we need to ignite the curiosity of the students.
He further added, “Research opportunities must be provided to all students, including the management students since they must know and understand the kind of policy interventions which are happening in this area. A multidisciplinary approach, connecting all students to think wisely and openly, thereby enhancing the IP Ecosystem is the need of the hour. Amity researchers have all the facilities, resources, a visionary leadership and strategic intervention to work in this area and I’m certain that Amity University will become the leading University in the area of Patent filing, in the near future.”
He advised to create a wall and display all the patents granted to Amity, on the wall so that the students can get the inspiration to work hard on developing new technologies and file more patents.
Sharing his words of wisdom, Dr. Ashok K. Chauhan, Founder President Amity Education Group, stated, “Amity is extremely delighted and honoured to welcome Prof. Unnat P. Pandit, whose presence and words have motivated us to work relentlessly in the area of research and innovation. Euphoria and enthusiasm are filled in the air with his esteemed presence and Amity University will implement and adopt all the suggestions given him. The country can only become a developed country through scientific development and Amity is committed to making India a global superpower by 2047.”
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Atul Chauhan, Chancellor Amity University Uttar Pradesh said, “Research and innovation is the main focus area at Amity and Prof. Unnat’s insightful thoughts and suggestions have enlightened and encouraged us deeply to work together and pave the way for a developed nation.”
Dr. Aseem Chauhan, Chancellor Amity University Haryana said, “We are highly motivated by Prof. Unnat’s passion to enhance the research ecosystem of the country, which can be taken forward by talent and intellect. Atal Tinkering Labs have been created with the objective of this scheme is to foster curiosity, creativity, and imagination in young minds since the future of our country depends upon the youth and Amity is making its students future-ready.”
Prof. (Dr.) Balvinder Shukla, Vice Chancellor, AUUP, said, “Amity University is privileged to host Prof. Unnat P. Pandit, who is a visionary IP Professional and ‘Innovation Guru’ who has done pioneering work for students. Under his guidance, Amity University will be able to advance in the field of research, innovation and patents filing, and contribute to nation building.”
On this occasion, Dr. A.K. Singh, Sr. Vice President, AFSTIA, presented a brief overview of “Amity University and its Research Ecosystem” and “An Introduction to Amity IPR Ecosystem” was presented by Dr. Smita Sahu, Director- Amity IPR Cell. The Welcome Address was delivered by Dr. Neeraj Sharma, Deputy Director General, AFSTIA. Also present on the occasion were Dr. W. Selvamurthy, President ASTIF, Dr. Gurinder Singh, Group Vice Chancellor Amity Universities, the HOIs, scientists, and senior faculty of Amity.