A stellar lineup converged at Delhi University’s Viceregal Lodge for National Technology Day 2026, courtesy of Indraprastha Vijnana Bharati and the university. Esteemed scientists, strategists, professors, innovators, students, and industry voices explored how science and tech can fuel India’s resurgence and social progress.
The launch of the ‘Vidyarthi Vijnana Manthan’ compendium highlighted India’s vast online science quest. Indraprastha Vijnana Bharati President and IUAC Director Prof. Avinash Chandra Pandey drove home innovation’s indispensability for Atmanirbhar Bharat. GS Vivekanand Pai linked tech evolution to developmental imperatives.
Via video, CM Rekha Gupta outlined the ‘Delhi Science, Technology & Innovation Council’ for localized urban innovations. Chief guest Prof. Govardhan Das (NITI Aayog) charted tech’s governance revolution.
Experts in the ‘Global Model Capital Delhi’ panel—Profs. MM Tripathi, Ranjana Agarwal, AK Bhagi, Dr. Sachin Ghude—tackled sustainable urbanization, adaptation to climate, infra tech, and science policies for futuristic urban landscapes.
Dr. Chandrashekhar Gaurinath Karhadkar’s keynote unpacked nuclear technology’s arc in India, from elite science to widespread impact.
‘Crystallizing Progress’ panel with Prof. Shekhar C. Mande, Drs. Anil Kothari and Anita Agarwal prioritized science engagement, ecosystem building, and inclusive tech empowerment.
Closing speakers: BIRAC’s Dr. Jitendra Kumar, Vijnana Bharati’s Praveen Ramdas, Prof. Yogesh Singh. LG Sardar Tarnjit Singh Sandhu wrapped with a plea for collaborative pushes across sectors toward tech leadership, via resilient research, forward policies, and steadfast institutions for enduring self-reliance.
Posting on X, he expressed delight at the Vijnana Bharati event, aligned with PM’s vision, urging tech for practical gains in health AI and ecology, and inspiring exchanges with the next gen.
