India’s Technological Self-reliance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Inaugurates Three ‘PARAM Rudra’ Supercomputers and High-Performance Computing Systems

On Thursday evening, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, via video conferencing, inaugurated three new supercomputers, “PARAM Rudra,” and high-performance computing (HPC) systems. This inauguration is considered a significant step towards India’s self-reliance in the field of science and technology. These computing systems are specifically designed for weather and climate research, providing a new direction to research and innovation in various scientific fields in India. Speaking on the occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “This day marks a major achievement for India in the world of science and technology. 21st century India is progressing by prioritizing science, technology, and research. Our country is exploring new possibilities while also contributing significantly to scientific innovation.”

The Prime Minister mentioned that these three supercomputers, “PARAM Rudra,” have been installed in Delhi, Pune, and Kolkata. Through these supercomputers, research in fields such as physical sciences, geosciences, and cosmology will be accelerated, further strengthening India’s scientific and technological innovations in the future. Additionally, two high-performance computing systems, named ‘Arka’ and ‘Arunik,’ were also inaugurated, which will aid in climate and weather research.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, speaking at the event, said, “Today’s inauguration is a significant step, as it introduces supercomputers that are both designed and manufactured in India. Climate change is one of the biggest challenges the world faces today. In such circumstances, these supercomputers will not only accelerate research but also help farmers, rural areas, and urban communities in developing models to tackle the challenges posed by climate change.” Prime Minister Modi highlighted that in the digital era, computing power has become synonymous with a nation’s progress. There is no field today that is not dependent on technological and computing capacity. These supercomputers will play a crucial role in ensuring India’s success in Industry 4.0.

Referring to the ₹1 lakh crore research fund announced in this year’s budget, Prime Minister Modi emphasized that India’s aim is to empower the world through its innovation and research. Today’s India is not only making new decisions but is also formulating new policies in the field of science and technology. The Prime Minister underscored that the PARAM Rudra supercomputers and other HPC systems would strengthen India’s self-reliance in the fields of science, research, and technology. These systems will not only assist in climate research and agricultural sciences but will also bring significant innovation in fields like cosmology. Thus, India has taken a critical step towards self-reliance in the computing and technological sector, setting a new example for the world in the times to come.