Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), S Somanath, revealed that the organisation is currently immersed in a multitude of exploration missions, including ventures to Mars, Venus, and the Moon. Additionally, ISRO is actively preparing for its maiden human spaceflight program.
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Harsh Goenka, Chairman of RPG Enterprises, sparked a discussion on social media about the salary of ISRO Chairman S Somanath. Goenka questioned whether Somanath s monthly income of ₹2.5 lakhs was justified. He acknowledged that individuals like Somanath are driven by non-financial factors such as passion for science, commitment to research, and national pride. The tweet gained significant attention, with many emphasizing the dedication and passion of individuals like Somanath and the importance of considering non-monetary benefits.
A tweet by Harsh Goenka, Chairman of the RPG group, praising the dedication of ISRO s Chairman, S Somnath, has sparked a discussion on the motivations of leaders in India s scientific community. Goenka revealed Somnath s monthly salary of Rs 2.5 lakhs and emphasized that leaders like him are driven by factors beyond money.