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National Technology Day
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- National Technology Day is observed on May 11 across India.
- Operation Shakti-98 (Pokhran Nuclear Tests) was conducted on May 11, 1998.
- On this day India carried out three nuclear tests.
- Subsequently, the then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee declared India a full-fledged nuclear state.
- Other achievements on May 11, 1998
- Successful test firing of Trishul missile
- Testing of India’s first indigenous aircraft Hansa 3 in Bangalore
- This day celebrates the technical advancements and achievements of India.
- Technology Development Board of India commemorates the day by awarding individuals with National Award for their contribution to science and technology.
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