National Technology Day: 11 May
12, May 2019
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Mains level :
- National Technology Day is observed every year on 11t May in India.
- It acts as a reminder of the anniversary of Shakti, the Pokhran nuclear test which was held on 11 May 1998.
- The aim of the celebration is to highlight the achievements of the scientists and engineers of India in the field of science and technology.