Jitendra Singh inaugurates 'Green Forge' complex at BRIC-NABI, Mohali
On 31 August 2026, Union Minister Jitendra Singh inaugurated the first-of-its-kind 'Green Forge' complex for controlled cultivation and experimentation of genetically modified crops at BRIC-NABI, Mohali.
Summary
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh inaugurated the first-of-its-kind 'Green Forge' complex at the BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute (BRIC-NABI), Mohali, on 31 August 2026. Jitendra Singh said the facility will enable controlled simulation for cultivation and experimentation of genetically modified crops, calling it a milestone in the GM crop revolution. Addressing the National Conclave on BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment), he said 22 manufacturing hubs and eight specialised biofoundry facilities are being developed for start-ups, SMEs and researchers.
Key facts
- Facility
- 'Green Forge' complex – controlled GM crop cultivation/experimentation
- Location
- BRIC-NABI, Mohali, Punjab
- Inaugurated by
- Jitendra Singh, 31 Aug 2026
- BioE3
- 22 manufacturing hubs, 8 biofoundry facilities being developed
Practice MCQs 1 questions
The 'Green Forge' complex for controlled experimentation on genetically modified crops, inaugurated in August 2026, is located at which institute?
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Correct answer: C — BRIC-NABI, Mohali
Green Forge was inaugurated at the BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute (BRIC-NABI), Mohali.