Dehradun will host a 3-day “Akash for Life” space conference in November: The 3-day space conference “Akash for Life” will showcase the blending of traditional and modern knowledge through enhanced integration of all schools of thought. The decision was taken by the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science and Technology, Minister of State (Independent Charge) Earth Sciences, MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, and Dr. Jitendra Singh. The event will be held from November 5 to 7, 2022 in Dehradun.
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Key Points related to Akash for Life Conference
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for the integration of science and technological development within society in such a way that science is placed in a position to meet the needs of ordinary citizens.
- The curtain raiser event was felicitated by Principal Scientific Advisor, Prof Ajay Kumar Sood, Chairman ISRO, S.Somnath, Secretary Science & Technology, Dr. S Chandrashekhar, Secretary, Earth Sciences, Dr. M Ravichandran, Secretary Biotechnology, Dr. Rajesh S Gokhale and DG CSIR Dr. N. Kalaiselvi.
- Dr. Jitendra Singh informed us that 35 eminent speakers will share their thoughts on various dimensions of Akasha Tattva during the Dehradun Conclave.
- The conclave aims to expose the youth of India to the wisdom of ancient sciences along with modern scientific advancements.
