India Self-Reliant in Critical Military Technologies, Says Former DRDO Chief Satheesh Reddy at Award Ceremony
Former DRDO chairman and National Security Advisory Board member G. Satheesh Reddy on Sunday said India no longer depends on developed countries for critical military technologies. He made the statement after receiving the EMESCO-Dr B.V. Pattabhiram’s ‘Changemaker-2026’ award from actor-politician Chiranjeevi at a function held here.
Mr. Reddy dedicated the award to the contributions of thousands of scientists, from Suri Bhagavantam to A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, who worked towards strengthening India’s scientific capabilities. He emphasised that the nation's progress in defence technology is a result of collective efforts over decades.
The award, conferred by EMESCO Books, honours individuals who have made significant contributions to society. D. Vijayakumar, CEO of EMESCO Books, noted that Dr. B.V. Pattabhiram, the award's namesake, worked extensively for the welfare of students and youth through counselling and guidance. He said Mr. Reddy continues to inspire young people across India through lectures, interviews, and symposiums organised under the banner of Kalam’s Institute of Youth Excellence.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Chiranjeevi recalled the contributions of Pattabhiram as a magician, student adviser, and family counsellor. A Telugu booklet titled ‘Okadu Satheesh Reddy’, profiling Mr. Reddy, was also released during the event.
The programme was attended by Andhra Pradesh Minister for Medical and Health Services Satya Rao, former MP K.V.P. Ramachandra Rao, senior editor K. Ramachandra Murthy, Jaya Pattabhiram, and Prashant Pattabhiram.
