Op Sindoor has shown India’s scientific strength: L-G Sinha

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said the success of the recent Operation Sindoor against terror infrastructure in Pakistan has shown the scientific might of the country.

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“Operation Sindoor has shown India’s scientific might. It has demonstrated that our scientists, defence personnel and jawans are second to none in the world. This victory is a tribute to their dedication. It is also a vindication of our steadfast commitment to self-reliance,” the L-G said.

“Our scientists know that India cannot depend on others to defend her. We have developed our own indigenous capabilities and our successful attack is a symbol of resurgent India,” he added.

Addressing the gathering during the flagging off of the ‘Physics Bharat Yatra’ from Udhampur, Sinha attributed the success of Operation Sindoor to India’s indigenous defence capabilities, innovations in defence sector and technological advancements.

“India’s military might is proof of the determination of our scientists to comprehensively strengthen the national security and also put our economy on the growth trajectory. Our scientists are unwavering and determined to make historic strides in new areas of science and technology,” the L-G said.

In his address, Sinha also lauded the initiative being spearheaded by Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT) and the National Anveshika Network of India (NANI) under the leadership of eminent physicist Padma Shri Dr HC Verma to foster experimental science learning and igniting curiosity, creativity and scientific temper among students.

The L-G observed that the Physics Bharat Yatra covering every district of India, will unify diverse regions under a shared mission to revive the joy of learning science.

“When science is deeply woven into the fabric of society, it not only fosters innovation but it can also significantly shapes the direction of a nation by improving the quality of living for the entire society,” Sinha said.

He emphasised on capacity building of science teachers and bringing the new scientific advancements to the classroom and lab. He urged the teaching community and educational institutions to provide the young researchers with a bigger canvas and bigger goals for experiments.

Sinha also called upon the Indian scientists and engineers making valuable contributions all over the world to consider returning home. “The conditions are now favorable for pioneering inventions and they can significantly contribute to India’s scientific and economic leadership,” he stated.

“The confluence of science, spirituality and sanskar has powered India’s dominance globally. We are strategically investing in scientific and technological advancement to make India a leading global scientific power. Our scientists, innovators and researchers are determined to reclaim the ancient glory and build a developed India by 2047. It is our national resolve,” Sinha further said.

Dr HC Verma shared the vision and objective behind Physics Bharat Yatra. “The initiative aims to promote experiential and hands-on learning, and encourage the people, especially the youth, to make science a part of their day-to-day life,” said Verma.