The 1998 Pokhran tests were a landmark event in our nation’s growth trajectory, especially in our quest towards self-reliance: PM Modi
FinTech BizNews Service
Mumbai, May 11, 2025: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today extended his greetings on the occasion of National Technology Day. Shri Modi also expressed pride and gratitude to our scientists and remembered the 1998 Pokhran tests. He has also reaffirmed commitment to empowering future generations through science and research.
In a X post, the Prime Minister wrote;
"Best wishes on National Technology Day! This is a day to express pride and gratitude to our scientists and remember the 1998 Pokhran tests. They were a landmark event in our nation’s growth trajectory, especially in our quest towards self-reliance.
Powered by our people, India is emerging as a global leader in different aspects of technology, be it space, AI, digital innovation, green technology and more. We reaffirm our commitment to empowering future generations through science and research. May technology uplift humanity, secure our nation and drive futuristic growth."
Spokesperson, Ministry of Defence, Government of India, wrote a post on x today:
On this day in 1998, India demonstrated its scientific prowess with the #Pokhran nuclear tests—marking a bold stride in self-reliance and national security. Today, on #NationalTechnologyDay, we salute our scientists & engineers whose innovation powers our progress. Let’s ignite the future with breakthroughs in AI, space tech, quantum, and green energy. #AatmanirbharBharat begins with bold ideas.
