On National Science Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered an inspiring message linking timeless knowledge with cutting-edge science as the key to surmounting obstacles. Posting a video on social media platform X, he invoked ancient texts to illustrate how this powerful combination paves the way for liberation from worldly problems.
‘Science underpins every solution, every advancement, and every breakthrough,’ PM Modi affirmed. The day honors Sir C.V. Raman’s Raman Effect, a 1928 discovery that reshaped scientific understanding worldwide and showcased Indian ingenuity.
In his post, the Prime Minister celebrated the spirit of research, innovation, and inquisitiveness that drives India’s progress. He reaffirmed pledges to fortify young minds, enhance research frameworks, and deploy sci-tech for development and humanity’s benefit.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla hailed the historic Raman discovery for propelling India to new heights of scientific glory. Today, he observed, India shines in space research, renewable energy, biotech, and digital realms, offering global solutions through ventures like Chandrayaan and Gaganyaan, alongside cost-effective health services.
Science, Birla emphasized, fuels Atmanirbhar Bharat, urging the spread of scientific outlook to every citizen. He thanked dedicated scientists and students for nation-building.
Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar congratulated innovators pushing boundaries in AI, space, defense, IT, healthcare, agriculture, and clean energy. Their successes motivate the youth, bolster economy and security, and elevate quality of life.
This National Science Day reinforces India’s journey from Raman’s legacy to futuristic ambitions, inspiring a generation to embrace science for sustainable progress.