Harness Innovation and Science for a Viksit Bharat: PM Modi
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Synopsis
On National Science Day, PM Modi urged the nation to leverage science and innovation to achieve a Viksit Bharat. He emphasized the importance of youth in scientific endeavors and highlighted the contributions of Sir C.V. Raman.
Key Takeaways
- PM Modi calls for leveraging science for progress.
- National Science Day commemorates Sir C.V. Raman's discovery.
- The theme emphasizes empowering youth in science.
- Integration of traditional wisdom with modern science.
- Commitment to a self-reliant India through innovation.
New Delhi, Feb 28 (NationPress) Utilize science and innovation to create a Viksit Bharat, emphasized Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday during National Science Day celebrations.
National Science Day is observed annually on February 28 to honor the discovery of the ‘Raman Effect’ by the distinguished physicist Sir C.V. Raman, who conducted research in the laboratories of the Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science, Kolkata. This groundbreaking work earned him the Nobel Prize in 1930.
“Warm wishes on National Science Day to those who are fervent about science, especially our young innovators,” PM Modi remarked in a message on the social media platform X.
“Let us continue to promote science and innovation while utilizing it to establish a Viksit Bharat,” he added.
The Prime Minister also released a tribute video dedicated to physicist Raman, discussing the significance of science in the advancement of every sector and region.
He noted that “curiosity is the mother of science... and every mind is drawn to science.”
In this month’s #MannKiBaat, the PM mentioned “‘One Day as a Scientist’… where young people engage in various scientific activities.”
This year’s theme for National Science Day is “empowering Indian youth for global leadership in science and innovation for Viksit Bharat.”
The theme reflects PM Modi’s focus on the potential of youth to innovate and implement transformative changes as part of his vision for a Viksit Bharat through global leadership in science and technology.
The Ayush Ministry reiterated its “commitment to integrating traditional wisdom with modern science.” The theme this year aims to “inspire youth to innovate and lead in holistic healthcare,” the ministry stated in a post on X.
Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan extended his “greetings to our esteemed scientists, researchers, and innovators who have contributed to India’s advancement and are striving to position India as a global leader in science and technology.”
Reaffirming his “commitment to utilizing science for an Aatmanirbhar and Viksit Bharat,” he mentioned on X that “India’s journey toward self-reliance will be propelled by cutting-edge research and indigenous technological innovations.”
Jitendra Singh, Minister of State for Science and Technology, also conveyed his greetings to the nation on National Science Day.
“Honoring the legendary physicist, #BharatRatna Sir #CVRaman on #NationalScienceDay. His pioneering research known as the “Raman Effect” awarded him the first Nobel Prize for Physics in 1930 in #Asia for any scientific discipline,” Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, stated on X.
