National Technology Day: The Prime Minister saluted those researching the Corona War

New delhi date. 11 May 2020, Monday

On the occasion of National Technology Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded those who have been at the forefront of research and innovation in the fight against the Corona virus and recalled the extraordinary achievements of the country's scientists in the 1998 Pokhran nuclear test.

It may be mentioned that National Technical Day is the anniversary of the nuclear test conducted at Pokhran in Rajasthan. On May 11, 1998, India, led by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, successfully tested the first of five nuclear tests.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted in a phased manner, "On National Technology Day, our country salutes all those who are trying to make a positive difference in the lives of others using technology. We remember the extraordinary achievement of our scientists on this day in 1998 It was a historic moment in Indian history. "

He further wrote, "The Pokhran test of 1998 shows how our strong political leadership can make a big difference. Today, technology is helping many people in their efforts to rid the world of Covid-19. I salute those who are working on the front lines. "

At the same time, he expressed confidence that mankind would continue to experiment with technology to make the earth more suitable.

Today, technology is helping many in the efforts to make the world free from COVID-19. I salute all those at the forefront of research and innovation on ways to defeat Coronavirus. May we keep harnessing technology in order to create a healthier and better planet: PM Modi https://t.co/n0CgiDpZsw

- ANI (@ANI) May 11, 2020