Vikram Sarabhai Quotes

Last updated: 2023/12/29 at 10:48 AM

Saurav Singh Published December 29, 2023

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Vikram Sarabhai (12 August 1919 – 30 December 1971) was an Indian physicist and astronomer who initiated space research and helped develop nuclear power in India. He was honoured with Padma Bhushan in 1966 and the Padma Vibhushan (posthumously) in 1972. He is internationally regarded as the Father of the Indian Space Program. He was born on 12 August 1919 in Ahmedabad. He came from the famous Sarabhai family who were major industrialists.

Famous Vikram Sarabhai Quotes

Some of the Famous Vikram Sarabhai Quotes are mentioned below –

There are some who question the relevance of space activities in a developing nation. To us, there is no ambiguity of purpose. We do not have the fantasy of competing with the economically advanced nations in the exploration of the moon or the planets or manned space-flight.

He who can listen to the music in the midst of noise can achieve great things.

One wants permissive individuals who do not have a compelling need to reassure themselves that they are leaders.

We look down on our scientists if they engage in outside consultation. We implicitly promote the ivory tower.

But we are convinced that if we are to play a meaningful role nationally, and in the community of nations, we must be second to none in the application of advanced technologies to the real problems of man and society.

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Saurav Singh December 29, 2023 December 29, 2023

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