On Saturday, two amazing women scientists took over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s social media accounts to talk about their work for International Women’s Day. Before this, on February 23, Modi announced that he would let some inspiring women share their stories on March 8, Women’s Day.
The two scientists, Elina from Odisha and Shilpi from Madhya Pradesh, shared their exciting projects on PM Modi’s official X account. They introduced themselves as a nuclear scientist and a space scientist, respectively, saying, “We’re thrilled to show how vibrant science is in India. We invite more women to join!”
Elina Mishra explained how her father inspired her love for science. She got her dream job at the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in Mumbai, where she worked on advanced projects. “When we successfully accelerated a proton beam, it was a proud moment for me,” she shared.
Meanwhile, Shilpi Soni, who has worked at ISRO for over 24 years, described her journey from the DRDO to ISRO, where she focuses on communication and navigation technologies. “ISRO offers great chances for everyone, with no limits to what you can achieve,” she said, expressing pride in India’s advancements in space technology.
Shilpi also serves as the Associate Project Director for GSAT-22/23, which helps connect people in India. She shared that being part of an ISRO launch in French Guiana was a deeply fulfilling experience. Both women are proud to create opportunities for future generations in science.
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