Meet India’s New Space Boss!

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Dr. S Somanath takes over as ISRO chief from K Sivan. A rocket scientist with a vision of self- reliance, Dr Somanath’s tenure is going to be an exciting one.

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00:00We are one of the powerhouse of technology in various disciplines.

00:16We need to bring in newer approaches and newer methods by which the available technology

00:21can be best used.

00:36My father was a science enthusiast, though he was a teacher of Hindi language, but somehow

00:43he was so interested in science, he used to bring me books, especially in astronomy, and

00:49also some books in English.

01:19We need to look at how large-scale indigenization effort in this area can be brought about.

01:49I am very happy about this new assignment of the Secretary, Department of Space and

02:18the German Space Commission.

02:22It's really an honor.

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