Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) for its contributions to society and national development on the occasion of its 82nd Foundation Day. Modi expressed his appreciation for CSIR’s accomplishments, including the Aroma Mission, which focuses on promoting aromatic crops and essential oils. He also lauded CSIR’s achievements in floriculture and the ‘purple revolution’ initiated through lavender cultivation in Jammu and Kashmir.
In his message, Modi highlighted the government’s commitment to providing all necessary resources and fostering a dynamic and favorable research ecosystem. He stated that the efforts of India’s space and science ecosystem, including CSIR laboratories, have proven that there are no limits to India’s capabilities. The prime minister specifically mentioned the contribution of CSIR laboratories to the success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission.
Modi emphasized India’s scientific temper and the remarkable speed and scale of research and innovation during the pandemic. He praised the scientists and technologists for showcasing India’s unlimited potential to work for global good. Union Minister Jitendra Singh read out Modi’s message during the event.
The prime minister also highlighted the significance of institutions like CSIR in realizing the vision of building a strong, inclusive, and self-reliant India by 2047, the centenary of India’s independence. He congratulated the recipients of the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize for their outstanding contributions.
Singh, who presided over the awards ceremony, emphasized the importance of CSIR’s Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) Mission in addressing the pressing challenge of reducing carbon emissions and mitigating climate change. He mentioned the ongoing discussions between CSIR and major stakeholders like Adani, Reliance, Tata Steel, Ultratech Cement, NTPC, and JSW Steel to advance this transformative mission.
Modi’s appreciation extended to CSIR’s other initiatives, such as the Aroma Mission, which aims to promote the cultivation of aromatic crops and the production of essential oils. He also acknowledged CSIR’s achievements in floriculture and the ‘purple revolution’ that was initiated through lavender cultivation in Jammu and Kashmir. Additionally, Modi recognized CSIR’s contribution to building steel slag roads in border areas, highlighting the organization’s commitment to national development.
