Thinker
Vikram Sarabhai
3 key ideas, each explained in our own words.
Vikram Sarabhai: Technology for Development
- IDEA 1
Space for the common person
Sarabhai argued that a developing country needs advanced technology to solve real problems such as communication and weather forecasting, not for prestige.
- IDEA 2
Institution builder
He founded or shaped ISRO, PRL and IIM Ahmedabad. Building strong institutions multiplies one person's impact.
- IDEA 3
Trust young talent
He gave young scientists responsibility early. Investing in people builds capability for decades.
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