The innovative development of the Orsha district was discussed at a citizen reception by the Chairman of the SCST
Chairman of the State Committee on Science and Technology of Belarus Alexander Shumilin held a personal reception of citizens at the Orsha District Executive Committee. The main issue for discussion was the development of innovative infrastructure and innovative entrepreneurship in the region, the press service of the SCST reported.
Alexander Shumilin announced that the SCST is currently considering the creation of a technopark in Orsha. "The development of innovative infrastructure is one of the most important areas of state innovation policy. We have now formed a developed network of entities of this infrastructure, which includes 24 entities, including 14 science and technology parks. Technoparks will be created not only in regional centers but also in large district centers, including Orsha," he explained. Belarus has adopted Decree No. 105, which improves the conditions for the development of innovative infrastructure entities, including science and technology parks. The document provides for a number of systemic measures in this area for the development of regional innovation platforms and innovative organizations in the early stages of development. The Chairman of the SCST also discussed with the leadership of the Orsha District Executive Committee issues of innovative development of the region, in particular, the progress of projects under the State Program for Innovative Development of Belarus for 2016-2020. One of the projects is the production of modern metal-cutting and auxiliary tools with the introduction of innovative technological processes, which is being implemented at OJSC "Orsha Tool Plant". New products for Belarus will also appear at OJSC "Zavod "Legmash", where it is planned to organize the production of technological equipment and components for the oil and gas industry. The state program also includes a project at RUP "Tolochin Cannery". The construction of a quick-freezing workshop is planned there. Alexander Shumilin also took part in the second regional robotics tournament "RoboFest - Orsha" among students of general secondary and additional education institutions of the Vitebsk region.
regions. The tournament features two categories - "Robot Sumo" and "RoboBiathlon". Its goal is to foster scientific and technical creativity and enhance the prestige of engineering professions among children and youth. The event is organized by the Education Department of the Vitebsk Regional Executive Committee, the Department of Education, Sports and Tourism of the Orsha District Executive Committee, and the High-Tech Park Educational Center.