Archive · 27 Jan 2026
Republic Day Celebrates India's Space and Defense Achievements
On Republic Day, India celebrated its achievements in space and defense.
At the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SHAR) in Nellore, the director, E.S. Padmakumar, talked about India's growing role in space science and important missions like NISAR.
He thanked the workers and their families for their hard work and the CISF for keeping the space center safe.
In New Delhi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Minister Sanjay Seth met DRDO scientists who were special guests at the Republic Day Parade.
They praised the scientists for their work on tanks, missiles, and rocket systems, which have strengthened India's defense.
Singh also thanked the families of the scientists for their support and encouraged more innovation and risk-taking in research.
Both events focused on making India self-reliant and proud of its technological capabilities.
Republic Day celebrations at SHAR and New Delhi highlighted India's advancements in space and defense.
E.S. Padmakumar and Rajnath Singh emphasized national pride, self-reliance, and India's growing capabilities in space and defense.
Key missions like NISAR, Axiom-4, BlueBird Block-2, and Operation Sindhu were highlighted as milestones.
Both leaders praised the workforce and their families for their dedication and support.
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) was thanked for safeguarding the spaceport.
- Who
- E.S. Padmakumar (SHAR Director), Rajnath Singh (Defence Minister), Sanjay Seth (Union Minister of State for Defence), SHAR workforce, DRDO scientists, CISF
- What
- Republic Day celebrations highlighting India's achievements in space and defense, with a focus on self-reliance and national pride
- When
- Monday and Tuesday (Republic Day)
- Where
- Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SHAR), Nellore; New Delhi
- Why
- To celebrate national pride, highlight India's advancements in space and defense, and emphasize self-reliance
- Location
- Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SHAR), Nellore; New Delhi
- Speakers
- E.S. Padmakumar (SHAR Director), Rajnath Singh (Defence Minister), Sanjay Seth (Union Minister of State for Defence)
- Key Message
- National pride, self-reliance, and India's advancements in space and defense
- Highlighted Missions
- NISAR, Axiom-4, BlueBird Block-2, Operation Sindhu
- Vision
- Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India)
- Acknowledged Support
- SHAR workforce, CISF, DRDO scientists, families of scientists
