“India Emerging As Global Leader in Technology,” says PM Modi

GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 11th May: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended his warm greetings on the occasion of National Technology Day. In a message, Shri Modi paid tribute to India’s scientists and commemorated the significant 1998 Pokhran tests, reaffirming the nation’s commitment to technological advancement and self-reliance.

In a post on platform X, the Prime Minister stated, “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.”

National Technology Day is celebrated every year on May 11th to mark India’s technological advancements and commemorate the anniversary of the Pokhran-II nuclear tests conducted in 1998. The day acknowledges the contributions of Indian scientists, engineers, and innovators to the nation’s progress. The theme for National Technology Day 2025 was earlier announced as “YANTRA – Yugantar for Advancing New Technology, Research & Acceleration.”