New Delhi, Aug 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday greeted the nation on National Space Day, lauding India’s growing capabilities in space and calling upon the youth to dream bigger, innovate and explore new frontiers.
In a social media post, Modi extended his greetings and said National Space Day was an occasion to celebrate India’s achievements while encouraging the country to aim higher in space exploration.
The Prime Minister highlighted the growing contribution of young engineers, designers, coders and scientists to India’s expanding space ecosystem.
He also underlined the increasing role of private sector talent, saying the country’s progress in space was inspiring a new generation of young Indians to pursue careers in science and technology.
India’s space programme has witnessed significant expansion in recent years, with increasing participation from startups and private companies alongside established space institutions. Technological innovation and greater private sector involvement have also emerged as key drivers of the country’s space ambitions.
National Space Day is observed to commemorate India’s achievements in space exploration and highlight its growing ambitions in science and technology.
Modi’s message underscored the importance of empowering young minds and encouraging them to contribute to India’s future journey of scientific discovery, innovation and space exploration.
