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Odisha CM Reveals How Science Will Power India's Global Rise

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi made a strong case for science education as India's pathway to becoming a global power. He revealed that Prime Minister Modi has established a massive Rs 1 lakh-crore fund specifically for research and development. The event also featured astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla who shared exciting details about India's space ambitions. Both leaders emphasized how today's students will shape tomorrow's prosperous Odisha and developed India through scientific excellence.

Key Points: CM Majhi Science Education Key to India Global Power Status

  • CM Majhi stresses science education as crucial for India's global power ambitions
  • Modi government created Rs 1 lakh-crore R&D fund to boost scientific research
  • Astronaut Shukla outlines India's space vision including Gaganyaan and lunar missions
  • Indian scientists' legacy in modern technology evolution highlighted for student inspiration
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Odisha CM highlights role of science in India's rise as global power

Odisha CM Majhi emphasizes science education for India's global power ambitions, highlights Modi's Rs 1 lakh-crore R&D fund, and discusses space exploration vision with astronaut Shukla.

"For India to emerge as a global power, students must develop strong competencies in science and technology. - CM Mohan Charan Majhi"

Bhubaneswar, Nov 26

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday underscored the critical role of science and technology in the advancement of human civilisation.

Speaking at a private school event in Bhubaneswar, CM Majhi said, “For India to emerge as a global power, students must develop strong competencies in science and technology. Today’s young learners will go on to shape a prosperous Odisha and a developed India.”

The Chief Minister further added that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has created a Rs 1 lakh-crore Research & Development Fund for the promotion of science and research in India.

He noted that this initiative will strengthen the country’s research ecosystem, draw more students towards scientific inquiry, and enable new breakthroughs in science and technology.

Sharing the contribution of Indian scientists in Science and technology, Majhi said that Indian scientists have played a pivotal role in the evolution of modern technologies. It is essential, he added, for both children and adults to understand this legacy.

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, who also participated in the programme, urged the students to uphold discipline, maintain focus, and actively contribute to India’s space vision.

He inspired them to pursue ambitious careers in space science, urging them to stay focused and disciplined as India enters a transformative era in space exploration.

Shukla expressed strong confidence in India’s long-term space roadmap, including missions to send humans into space, build India’s own space station, and undertake lunar explorations.

“The future is extremely bright for space exploration. We already have a well-laid-out policy -- Gaganyaan, the Bharatiya Space Station, and eventually landing on the moon. The plan is there; now the challenge is implementation,” he said.

Praising the central government’s consistent backing of India’s space ambitions, Shukla said, “There is a very big push from the leadership and strong support for long-term missions. Ever since the Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan missions, the momentum has been growing. If this continues, we will execute these missions very successfully.”

- IANS

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Rohit P
Wonderful to see focus on science at school level. But I hope this translates to better lab facilities in government schools across Odisha. Many rural schools still lack basic science equipment.
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Sarah B
As an education consultant, I appreciate the vision but implementation is key. We need to ensure this funding reaches actual researchers and not just remains on paper. The bureaucracy can sometimes slow down innovation.
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Arjun K
Shubhanshu Shukla's words are truly inspiring! Our space program is making us proud globally. Gaganyaan and space station plans show we're thinking big. Jai Vigyan! 🚀
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Karthik V
Good initiative but we also need to focus on retaining our scientific talent. Many IIT graduates still go abroad for better opportunities. Need better research infrastructure and competitive salaries for scientists in India.
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Nisha Z
As a mother, I'm happy to see such emphasis on science. My daughter wants to become an astronaut and hearing about Indian space missions motivates her. More such interactions in schools please!

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