Prime Minister’s meeting with Mr. Neil de Grasse Tyson, astrophysicist, author and science communicator

June 21st, 08:30 am

PM Modi met Mr. Neil de Grasse Tyson, leading American astrophysicist, author and science communicator in New York, USA. PM Modi and Mr. Tyson exchanged views on inculcating scientific temperament among youth. They discussed at length India’s rapid progress in space sector including various space exploration missions being undertaken by India. PM Modi and Mr. Tyson also discussed opportunities for private sector and academic collaboration under India’s newly launched National Space Policy.