New Delhi: India on monday sought consolidation of its fast expanding partnership with Canada in science and technology.

This was conveyed by Minister of State for Science and Technology Ashwani Kumar to Canadian Minister of Natural Resources Joe Oliver who met him today.

During the meeting, Kumar said India was committed to faster, sustainable and more inclusive growth by harnessing its knowledge and potential in science and technology and that innovation was a key focus area for the government.

Kumar stressed on research and development of new and alternative sources of green and sustainable energy.

PTI