India has risen to 39th position among 133 global economies in the Global Innovation Index 2024. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has termed this as a remarkable feat. In a social media post, Mr Modi said the government is committed to ensuring a vibrant innovation ecosystem, which can transform the lives of the youth.

India has climbed from 81st in 2015 to 39th in 2024 among 133 economies. In the Global Innovation Index, India is the first among ten economies in Central and Southern Asia. It is also the first among lower-middle-income economies.