1998 Pokhran nuclear tests reflected India's scientific excellence: PM on National Technology Day

NEW DELHI: (May 11) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday greeted people on the National Technology Day -- which commemorates the momentous events of May 11, 1998, when India conducted successful nuclear tests at Rajasthan's Pokhran -- and said technology has become a key pillar in building a self-reliant India.

Modi said the landmark moment in 1998 reflected India's scientific excellence and unwavering commitment.

"Greetings on National Technology Day. We recall with pride the hard work and dedication of our scientists, which led to the successful tests in Pokhran in 1998," he said on social media platform X.