Archbishop Peter Machado of Bangalore shares Easter message
Archbishop Peter Machado of Bangalore has extended Easter greetings to Christians worldwide, marking the upcoming occasion as a momentous event celebrated by believers globally. Easter, symbolizing the victory of life over death through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, holds profound significance beyond its historical context. It serves as a beacon of hope, inspiring faith and optimism among people of all creeds and cultures.
The Archbishop's message, delivered ahead of the Lenten season, emphasizes the period of fasting and introspection leading up to Easter Sunday. He highlights the importance of self-examination, seeking forgiveness, and embracing positive transformation in one's life during this time.
Reflecting on the message of peace and reconciliation imparted by Jesus Christ after His resurrection, Archbishop Machado urged people to spread love, nurture their communities, and empower fellow followers. He called for a dedicated observance of Holy Week, beginning with Palm Sunday and culminating in the joyous Easter celebration.
The Bangalore Archdiocese is set to commemorate Holy Week with fervent participation from the faithful, marking key events such as Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. The Archbishop's message underscored the universal significance of Easter, transcending religious boundaries to embody the spirit of renewal, unity, and hope.
In conclusion, Archbishop Machado extended blessings for a meaningful Easter season, filled with divine grace and joy for all.
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If India has 10 Abdul Kalams, we can nail R&D: Former DRDO scientist Ramarao
Bengaluru, May 11 (PTI): If India has 10 Abdul Kalams, we can really bring about a change in the way we approach research and development, said former DRDO scientist Prahlada Ramarao on Sunday.
Bengaluru-based Ramarao was part of the missile-building team put together by India's "Missile Man" and former President A P J Abdul Kalam.
The indigenous surface-to-air missile system, famously called Akash, that he and his team worked on for nearly 15 years, since 1983, is having its moment of glory, as it withstood the onslaught of Pakistani missiles and drones, especially on May 8 and 9.
"The biggest difficulty for India is that we are individually good, but cannot work together as a team. Kalam was very good at addressing this. He taught me how to bring the energy of individuals synergistically to achieve a purpose. That is why I feel, if we have 10 Kalams, India will truly lead," Ramarao told PTI.
Ramarao said he was only 34 years old when he was made the project director for the surface-to-air missile project, originally called SAM X and later renamed as Akash system.
"To make it happen, we had to make hardware, software prototypes, and then test it out. When it didn't work, go back, review the design, change the design and so it went on for two, three iterations. Only after 15 years, we could show that to the reluctant Army, who never really believed we could pull this off," he said.
The scientist said India is now in a better place, and the young scientists today are better equipped to arm India with indigenous innovations.
"I am sure if you want to make another missile system, it will take maybe five years because the foundation has been laid," Ramarao said.
He also pointed out that the capability of Indian manufacturers too has grown tremendously.
"Earlier, say around 1984-85, Indian industries were doing what is called build to print. Then we moved on to build to design and then build to concept. Now, Indian industries are so smart that they can build, if you just give a concept," he said.
Although he admitted that India has matured in the last 25 years when it comes to guided missiles and rockets, it still has a long way to go to claim absolute dominion in that.
Just as we improved, the technology capability of all our adversaries too have improved, he pointed out.
"I interact with a number of young students. They are highly competent and very, very ambitious. They want to do something different, something fantastic. All they need now is direction and support," Ramarao said.
The scientist said it is now up to the policymakers to harness this huge resource for the good of the country.
"We certainly need someone like Kalam, who managed to inspire a motley team like ours, young and inexperienced, to pull off the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme, one of the India's ambitious projects that is serving India well even today," Ramarao said.
