India marks National Technology Day celebrating scientific progress

India is observing National Technology Day on May 11, commemorating key scientific milestones that shaped the country’s technological journey.

The day marks the anniversary of the 1998 Pokhran-II Nuclear Tests, along with the successful flight of the Hansa-3 aircraft and the testing of the Trishul Missile. National Technology Day honors the contributions of scientists, engineers and innovators who continue to drive India’s technological and scientific advancement across sectors.