Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan addressed the 15th Graduation Ceremony of the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) in Bhubaneswar, urging young scientists to use science and innovation for nation-building.
He said scientific capability is essential for achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 and stressed that science must help address global challenges such as climate change, diseases and emerging technologies.
The Vice President highlighted India’s growing achievements in space, healthcare, digital infrastructure and renewable energy, stating that the country is emerging as a global leader in science and innovation.
Paying tribute to Dr. Homi Bhabha, he said his death was a major setback for India’s atomic research programme, but the country emerged stronger and is now among the leading nations in the field.
