Image: The prime minister tweeted this TV grab of him watching the PSLV-C34 putting the 20 satellites into orbit
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated scientists of the Indian Space Research Organisation following the successful launch of the PSLV-C34.
In a series of post on Twitter, PM Modi said: “20 satellites in a go! @isro continues to break new barriers. Hearty congratulations to our scientists on the monumental accomplishment.”
“Our space programme has time and again shown the transformative potential of science & technology in people’s lives.”
“Over the years we developed expertise & capability to help other nations in their space initiatives. This is the skill of our scientists.”
“Saw with immense joy that students from institutions in Pune & Chennai played a role in the making of satellites. This touched me.”
“As a common citizen, was totally immersed in happiness to see our youngsters excelling & taking so much interest in science.”
“Witnessed with immense pride and delight the brilliant moments on TV & took photos for my Instagram account.”
