Archive · 21 Jan 2026
CSIR-NGRI Celebrates 84th Foundation Day
CSIR–NGRI celebrated its 84th Foundation Day with a special event.
The Chief Guest was Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma, the first Indian to go to space.
He gave a talk about the challenges facing our planet, like pollution and climate change.
He talked about how important it is to live in harmony with nature and work together globally.
The event also included awards for employees and students.
Everyone was inspired to continue working hard in science and technology to help the world.
CSIR–NGRI celebrated its 84th Foundation Day with Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma as the Chief Guest.
Dr. Prakash Kumar, Director of CSIR–NGRI, emphasized the importance of mission-mode research and sustainable solutions.
Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma delivered a lecture on the challenges facing human civilization, including pollution and climate change.
He highlighted the need for global cooperation and sustainable development, quoting Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. Vikram Sarabhai.
The event included an awards ceremony honoring retired employees, long-serving staff, and students for their contributions.
- Who
- CSIR–National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR–NGRI) and attendees including scientists, students, researchers, and staff
- What
- Celebration of the 84th Foundation Day of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
- When
- Date not specified in the article
- Where
- Location not specified in the article
- Why
- To celebrate the legacy and achievements of CSIR and inspire future scientific endeavors
- Event
- CSIR–NGRI 84th Foundation Day
- Chief Guest
- Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma (Retd.)
- Director
- Dr. Prakash Kumar
- Chief Scientist
- Dr. Ajay Manglik
- Lecture Topic
- Challenges Facing Human Civilisation on Planet Earth
- Key Message
- Sustainable development and global cooperation
- Awards Presented
- Samman Patras, service mementos, studentship and science exhibition awards
