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DRDO to celebrate Indian National Science Day on Feb 28

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Hyderabad: Indian National Science Day, jointly organised by the DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation), the Aeronautical Society of India, and the Kalam Institute of Youth Excellence, will be celebrated at Gachibowli Stadium here on February 28.

Highly ranking central and state government functionaries are to inaugurate this grand exhibition, making a historic moment for India’s scientific and defence community.

The event will also witness the presence of Dr. Samir V. Kamath, Secretary Dept. of Defence (R&D) & Chairman DRDO; Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, AeSI President; U. Raja Babu Chairman of AeSI Hyderabad & Director General (MSS), DRDO and Naresh the Founder and CEO of Kalam Institute of Youth Excellence.

A large number of distinguished delegates, including scientists, academicians, and industry leaders across India, would also participate in this event, and their presence underscores the significance of this event in shaping India’s future in defence and aerospace innovation.

During this event, state-of-the-art technologies and systems of defence and aerospace will be exhibited. Institutions like DRDL, RCI, CCMB, IICT, MIDHANI, BDL, BEL, HAL, and ECI.

Prestigious academic institutions include IIT Hyderabad, IIIT Hyderabad, and various esteemed industries that will participate in the event, an official release said here on Monday.

National Science Day is celebrated to honour the remarkable discoveries and scientific excellence of C.V. Raman. His groundbreaking contributions continue to inspire our scientists and engineers, shaping the future of Indian science and technology.

India has always been a land of knowledge and innovation, from Aryabhata’s advancements in mathematics and astronomy to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam’s revolutionary contributions to aerospace and defence technology.

One of the key highlights of this two-day celebration is the Aerospace Exhibition, which will welcome more than 20,000 students across the country. This exhibition will showcase the state-of-the-art DRDO and defence aerospace products in about 200 exhibition stalls, providing young minds an opportunity to witness firsthand the technological advancements shaping India’s future.

The exhibition will be a testament to India’s capabilities in indigenous defence and aerospace technology, fostering a new generation of scientists and engineers.

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