National desk
26 October
Sandeep Dhand Ludhiana
ISRO Chairman S. Somanathan highlighted the importance of revolutionary transformations for India to achieve developed economy status. Speaking at the 13th convocation of Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology in Delhi, he underscored the role of technological progress and innovative product development in accelerating economic growth.
Somanathan praised billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk for his pioneering work in the space sector, stating that Musk’s achievements have set a benchmark globally, inspiring initiatives within ISRO and beyond. The ISRO chief emphasized that Musk’s contributions demonstrate how innovative ideas can reshape industries and encourage competitiveness worldwide.
Reflecting on India’s path toward development, Somanathan called for revolutionary economic changes, underscoring that advancements in technology and innovation are critical to the country’s future prosperity. He encouraged the graduating students to contribute to this vision by using their skills to drive technological progress and economic growth.
Somanathan’s remarks underline ISRO’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of space exploration and science while aligning with broader economic goals. He urged collaboration across sectors to foster innovation that would ultimately strengthen India’s economy on the global stage.