Archive · 23 Aug 2026
Midhani Chief Connects Space Goals With Developed India Vision
Dr S.V.S. Narayana Murty spoke to students during a National Space Day event in Hyderabad.
He said India wants to become a developed country by 2047.
He connected this goal with the ideas and achievements of former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
Murty said India still needs to improve its research and innovation.
He said start-ups, scientists, engineers and young people can help.
He also talked about Hyderabad’s work in making special metals and materials.
Students asked him questions about space and development.
The event also included a poster competition.
Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited chairman Dr S.V.S. Narayana Murty spoke at National Space Day celebrations in Hyderabad.
He linked India’s space aspirations with the goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047.
Murty said India needs more progress in innovation and research to match leading nations.
He highlighted start-ups, research institutions, scientists, engineers and young innovators as vital to national development.
The event featured student discussions, a poster competition and presentations on India’s space journey and future.
- Who
- Dr S.V.S. Narayana Murty, students, space enthusiasts and participants from research and education communities.
- What
- A National Space Day programme highlighted India’s space achievements and future goals, including the Viksit Bharat vision.
- When
- During the National Space Day celebrations; the articles do not specify the date.
- Where
- The GP Birla Archaeological, Astronomical & Scientific Research Institute in Hyderabad.
- Why
- To highlight India’s space journey and discuss how innovation, research and advanced materials can support development by 2047.
- Speaker
- Dr S.V.S. Narayana Murty, chairman and managing director of Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited
- Event
- National Space Day celebrations
- Venue
- GP Birla Archaeological, Astronomical & Scientific Research Institute
- Development goal
- Viksit Bharat, or a developed India by 2047
- Discussion focus
- Space exploration, innovation, research and national development
- Hyderabad’s contribution
- Specialised steels, alloys and other advanced materials
- Activities
- Student interaction and a poster presentation competition