National Technology Day Latest News
The Prime Minister recently greeted people on National Technology Day.
About National Technology Day (NTD)
- It is celebrated in India on May 11 every year, commemorating the successful nuclear tests conducted at Pokhran in 1998.
- This day also acknowledges the country’s scientific achievements and technological advancements, honouring the contributions of scientists, engineers, and innovators.
- History:
- On May 11, 1998, India marked a significant milestone with successful nuclear tests at the Pokhran range in Rajasthan, led by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
- India conducted three underground nuclear tests on May 11, followed by two additional tests on May 13.
- These tests, known as Operation Shakti, established India as the sixth country to join the ‘Nuclear Club’.
- On the same day, India performed a successful test firing of the Trishul Missile (a surface-to-air short-range missile) and had test-flown the first indigenous aircraft, ‘Hansa – 3’.
- The day was officially declared by then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 1998, and since 1999, it has been celebrated as NTD.
- Every year, the Technology Development Board of India (a statutory body under the Ministry of Science and Technology) celebrates the day by awarding individuals with the National Award for their contribution to science and technology in India.
- NTD 2026 Theme: ‘Responsible Innovation for Inclusive Growth’
Source: TH
Last updated on June, 2026
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