• What is National Technology Day 2022 all about? Here's everything you need to know

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    What is National Technology Day 2022 all about? Here's everything you need to know

    Atal Bihari Vajpayee launched National Technology Day to honour our country's scientific and technological achievements.


    Digital Desk: In India, National Technology Day is observed on May 11 to honour the accomplishments of scientists, engineers, instructors, and researchers around the country. 


    Indeed, this day serves to remind the public of our country's scientific achievements. Certainly, a fitting day to honour all those who contributed to the advancement of science by sharing their expertise, creating history, and immortalising their names.


    National Technology Day's History


    For the first time in 1999, National Technology Day was officially observed in India to commemorate Indian scientific and technical achievements.


    On May 11, 1999, then-Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee designated this day to be National Technology Day for the years to come.


    The theme for National Technology Day 2022


    Every year, a fresh and different theme is commemorated during National Technology Day. The topic shifts with the progress of the field in the country.


    The subject for this year's event is "Integrated Approach in Science and Technology for a Sustainable Future," which will be held on May 10 at the Senate Hall at Punjab Engineering College.


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