Dr. S. Somanath, renowned space scientist and former Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), will address student delegates from across the country as the Chief Guest at the inaugural session of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) 71st National Conference. The conference will be held from 28 to 30 November at the Parade Ground in Dehradun, Uttarakhand with participation from more than 1,500 representative karyakartas.
Notably, Dr. Somanath led ISRO from January 2022 to January 2025, guiding India’s space programme to several historic achievements. Under his leadership, India successfully accomplished the Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing, the Aditya-L1 mission, the XPOSAT mission, advancements in the INSAT series and several other significant satellite launches. He also played a crucial role in the development of the Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV-LEX), the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV), the expansion of India’s national space policy and the strengthening of ISRO’s collaboration with private space startups, making him a true inspiration for the youth of the nation.
ABVP National General Secretary Dr. Virendra Singh Solanki said, “Dr. S. Somanath will address the delegates during the inaugural session of ABVP’s 71st National Conference on 28 November in the sacred land of Uttarakhand. His contributions in elevating Indian science and space research to the global stage are exemplary. His guidance at this national conference will provide new direction and inspiration to young minds across the country in the fields of science, research and innovation.”
Former ISRO Chairman S. Somanath to be the Chief Guest at ABVP’s 71st National Conference
