Science and technology ecosystem should be impactful as well as inspiring: PM Modi
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There are no failures in science; there are only efforts, experiments and success: PM

The Prime Minister Narendra Modi, today, inaugurated via video conference, the 5th India International Science Festival at Kolkata.

Addressing on the occasion, Prime Minister said the theme of the festival “RISEN: Research, Innovation and Science Empowering the Nation” reflects the aspirations of 21st century India.

He said science and technology has a major impact on society, and therefore government is providing the Institutional Support for both Invention and Innovation. Advocating for a strong ecosystem supporting Science and Technology, he said every effort is being taken to support innovation in the country. In this context, he mentioned that over 5 thousand Atal Tinkering Labs, more than 200 Atal Incubation centres have been established.

Prime Minster said, “We need to think as to how science can be helpful in making our living easy. And that’s why science for society has a great relevance. When every scientist and citizen shall think and act on these lines, then the country would advance.”

Prime Minster urged everyone to focus on the long term solutions and long term benefits that science can provide us. He said, “you should also be constantly careful about the international laws and standards.”

He said, “We all know very well that technology is a result of two factors – the existence of a problem and our experiments to solve those problems.”

He said, “There are no failures in Science. There are only efforts, experiments and success. If you keep this in mind while working then you would not face any difficulties either in your scientific investigation or in your life.”

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Prime Minister Congratulates Shri S. Suresh Kumar Ji on Inspiring Cycling Feat
January 01, 2026

āThe Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today lauded the remarkable achievement of Shri S. Suresh Kumar Ji, who successfully cycled from Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari.

Shri Modi noted that this feat is not only commendable and inspiring but also a testament to Shri Suresh Kumar Ji’s grit and unyielding spirit, especially as it was accomplished after overcoming significant health setbacks.

PM emphasized that such endeavors carry an important message of fitness and determination for society at large.

The Prime Minister personally spoke to Shri Suresh Kumar Ji and congratulated him for his effort, appreciating the courage and perseverance that made this journey possible.

In separate posts on X, Shri Modi wrote:

“Shri S. Suresh Kumar Ji’s feat of cycling from Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari is commendable and inspiring. The fact that it was done after he overcame health setbacks highlights his grit and unyielding spirit. It also gives an important message of fitness.

Spoke to him and congratulated him for effort.

@nimmasuresh

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bengaluru/age-illness-no-bar-at-70-bengaluru-legislator-pedals-702km-to-kanyakumari-in-five-days/articleshow/126258645.cms#

“ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿನಿಂದ ಕನ್ಯಾಕುಮಾರಿಯವರೆಗೆ ಸೈಕಲ್ ಸವಾರಿ ಕೈಗೊಂಡ ಶ್ರೀ ಎಸ್. ಸುರೇಶ್ ಕುಮಾರ್ ಅವರ ಸಾಧನೆ ಶ್ಲಾಘನೀಯ ಮತ್ತು ಸ್ಫೂರ್ತಿದಾಯಕವಾಗಿದೆ. ಆರೋಗ್ಯದ ಹಿನ್ನಡೆಗಳನ್ನು ಮೆಟ್ಟಿ ನಿಂತು ಅವರು ಈ ಸಾಧನೆ ಮಾಡಿರುವುದು ಅವರ ದೃಢ ನಿರ್ಧಾರ ಮತ್ತು ಅಚಲ ಮನೋಭಾವವನ್ನು ಎತ್ತಿ ತೋರಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. ಇದು ಫಿಟ್ನೆಸ್ ಕುರಿತು ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಸಂದೇಶವನ್ನೂ ನೀಡುತ್ತದೆ.

ಅವರೊಂದಿಗೆ ಮಾತನಾಡಿ, ಅವರ ಈ ಪ್ರಯತ್ನಕ್ಕೆ ಅಭಿನಂದನೆ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿದೆ.

@nimmasuresh

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