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“Vikram” lander, a tribute to Vikram Sarabhai from crores of Indians: PM Modi

by Janam Web Desk
Aug 13, 2019, 06:50 am IST
in Science

Ahmedabad: The centenary celebration of the birth anniversary of the founding father of ISRO – Dr. Vikram Sarabhai kicked off in Ahmedabad on Monday in the presence of dignitaries from ISRO, Department of Space, Department of Atomic Energy and members of Sarabhai Family. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the gathering through a video message.

In his Video message, Narendra Modi said that it will be a tribute to Dr. Sarabhai from crore of Indians in true sense when ‘Vikram’ lander will land on Moon. He also said that Vikram Sarabhai’s ideology leads India to become a powerful country in the field of science and technology. Modi said Dr. Homi Bhabha’s demise had created a vacuum in the world of Indian science. At that time, Vikram Sarabhai gave a new dimension to science with his skills and leadership ability.

Describing Dr. Vikram Sarabhai as a dedicated soldier of Science, Modi said that he encouraged science as well as India’s culture and Sanskrit language. He always gave time for the students. Modi said that Dr. Vikram Sarabhai has left a legacy for us and it is our responsibility to take this legacy to the people. He also encouraged school children to participate in the online space quiz launched by ISRO.

Dr. K Sivan, Chairman of ISRO, described Dr. Vikram Sarabhai as a great institution builder. He said that Vikram Sarabhai has made a huge contribution in the construction of Modern India by establishing institutions in the fields of Modern Science, Physical Research and Atomic Energy etc. He said that institutions set up by Vikram Sarabhai have become the Center of Excellence today. He said that in this sense, Dr. Vikram Sarabhai is the true Son of India.

During the inaugural programme, an album on the life story of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, a coffee table book on ISRO and commemorative coin from Department of Atomic Energy were released. ‘Space on Wheels’ an exhibition inside a bus was also inaugurated on the occasion.

“Today, on his birth anniversary, we remember the exemplary Dr Vikram Sarabhai. His contribution to Indian science and innovation is tremendous. His efforts ensured India made rapid strides in science and space,” Modi tweeted on Monday.

Today, on his birth anniversary, we remember the exemplary Dr. Vikram Sarabhai. His contribution to Indian science and innovation is tremendous. His efforts ensured India made rapid strides in science and space. https://t.co/ZUFuo9Bl2L

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 12, 2019

The yearlong Dr. Vikram Sarabhai Centenary Programme includes exhibitions, competitions to school children, journalism awards and speeches by eminent personalities. The programme will be conducted across 100 selected cities all over India that commenced on Monday and ending on August 12, 2020 with the valedictory function at Thiruvananthapuram.

Prime Minister Modi also urged the students across the country to take part in the Online Space Quiz by ISRO to get a chance to visit Sriharikota and witness Chandrayaan land on the Moon.

“The quiz has already started and will continue till August 20. Two students from every state will get the chance to visit Sriharikota and witness the Chandrayaan 2 landing on the Moon,” he said.

Former Director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Center Dr. B N Suresh, Former Director of Space Application Center and a close associate of Dr. Sarabhai Pramod Kale, Former Chairman of ISRO Dr. Kasturirangan, Chairman of Atomic Energy Commission K N Vyas, former chairman of Department of Atomic Energy M R Shrinivasan and Son of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai Dr. Karthikeya Sarabhai were also present on the occasion.

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