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National Technology Day marks the anniversary of underground nuclear tests conducted in Rajasthan’s Pokhran.
On this day in 1998, India successfully conducted the first of its five nuclear tests under the then Prime Minister. Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
“On National Technology Day, our nation salutes all those who are taking advantage of technology to make a positive difference in the lives of others. We remember the exceptional achievement of our scientists on this day in 1998. It was a historic moment in the history of India. ” Modi said in a series of tweets.
Today, technology is helping many in efforts to rid the world of COVID-19. I greet all of the fo … https://t.co/DYNeGjce0p
– Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) 1589163875000
Tests at Pokhran in 1998 also showed the difference that strong political leadership can make, he said.
The Prime Minister said: “Today, technology is assisting many in efforts to rid the world of COVID-19. I greet all who are at the forefront of research and innovation on ways to defeat the coronavirus.”
Modi said he hoped humanity will continue to take advantage of technology to create a better and healthier planet.
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