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[Dr Akhilesh Gupta @guptaakhilesh63]

I am delighted to share that the DST Centre for Policy Research (CPR) at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore is organising an interactive session with young minds based on my book, UNBROKEN: My Battle with Cancer and the Will to Lead.

The theme of Interaction is -

"Beyond UNBROKEN: A Conversation with the Author"

📅 Wednesday, 8 July 2026
🕤 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Centre for Policy Research (CPR), IISc Bengalore

The session will be an open conversation on resilience, leadership, purpose, and the lessons that emerged from my journey through cancer—along with reflections on science, public policy, and life.

I look forward to interacting with the bright young minds of IISc and sharing experiences that I hope will inspire courage, perseverance, and purposeful leadership.

Looking forward to an engaging and enriching conversation.

#UNBROKEN #IISc #CPR #Leadership #Resilience #CancerSurvivor #SciencePolicy #YoungMinds #AuthorTalk #BeyondUNBROKEN

[Dr Jitendra Singh @DrJitendraSingh]

Arrived at #IIT Gandhinagar, #Ahmedabad.

Thanks for the warm welcome by Director of IIT Gandhinagar, Prof. Rajat Moona, and distinguished faculty members.

[DSTIndia @IndiaDST]

#WorldEnvironmentDay2026
Inspired by Nature | For Climate | For Our Future

The #Himalayas sustain millions with their glaciers, forests, and water resources. As #ClimateChange threatens these fragile ecosystems, @IndiaDST’s National Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem (NMSHE) is driving scientific research and innovation to protect this vital lifeline.

Safeguarding the Himalayas is crucial for a resilient #ViksitBharat.

@DrJitendraSingh @rajesh_gokhale @NishaM_DST @VandanaDST @UnivofKashmir @moefcc @DBTIndia @CSIR_IND @moesgoi

[CoE_Glaciology @CoE_glaciology]

Team #CoE conducting the seasons first ice thickness measurements over the Drungdrung glacier in Zanskar Ladakh. @IndiaDST @shakilrom @UNEP @WMO @ICCInet @iustjk @UoKashmir

[DSTIndia @IndiaDST]

Congratulations to Dr. Nisha Mendiratta, Head, SSTP & CEST; Dr. Jyoti Sharma, Head, RDI Cell; Dr. Ekta Kapoor, Head, FFT and Dr. Rashmi Sharma, Head, NCSTC on receiving the SAHIT Women Achiever Award 2025.

Supported by @insa_academy, @du_mirandahouse and @cyberpeacengo, with @ASSOCHAM4India as industry partner, the award was presented by Hon’ble Union Minister @DrJitendraSingh.

This recognition celebrates women leaders shaping India’s science, technology & innovation ecosystem and advancing the vision of #ViksitBharat.

@karandi65 @NishaM_DST @indianwomensci @kapoorektadst @sharmarashmi123

[Shakil Romshoo @shakilrom]

Organized a joint event on #WorldGlacierDay & #WorldWaterDay at @UnivofKashmir. The @CoE_glaciology continues to advance research on cryosphere & water security. A step forward for science-driven climate action ❄️💧@IndiaDST @ICCInet @iustjk @WMO @icimod @UNFCCC @UNESCO @moesgoi

[DSTIndia @IndiaDST]

Dr. Nisha Mendiratta highlighted that @IndiaDST is playing a pivotal role by coordinating two key national missions — the National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change and the National Mission on Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem. These missions are advancing the critical interface of research, policy and on-ground implementation to build resilient and sustainable systems.

@karandi65 @iitroorkee @NishaM_DST

[Dr Akhilesh Gupta @guptaakhilesh63]

I look forward to delivering my lecture entitled “Building DST’s Climate Change Programme from Scratch to Full-Scale Implementation: A Decade of Transformation” at the 51st Advanced Professional Programme in Public Administration (APPPA) at @iipa9 Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA) on Friday, 13 February 2026 at 12:20 hrs, for Senior Civil Servants and Defence Forces Officers sponsored by the Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT), Govt of India.

The origins of DST’s Climate Change Programme date back to 2010, with the launch of two National Missions on Climate Change entrusted to the @IndiaDST Department of Science and Technology, Government of India viz. National Mission for Sustaining thr Himalayan Ecosystem (NMSHE) and National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change (NMSKCC) under the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC). This responsibility came at a time when the newly created @moesgoi Ministry of Earth Sciences Government of India (MoES) had been established in 2006, and most institutions dealing with weather and climate science previously with DST had been transferred from DST to MoES. Consequently, DST had to build these missions virtually from the ground up, developing new institutional mechanisms, scientific networks, and implementation frameworks.

Over the past decade and a half, these missions have evolved into a nationwide programme implemented at full scale across the country. The initiative has led to the establishment of 20 Centres of Excellence, 37 major R&D programmes, 6 thematic task forces, 31 State Climate Change Centres, and 10 national network programmes, among several other activities. In this period, nearly 2,000 researchers and 600 students from about 300 institutions have contributed to the programme. In addition, more than 1,500 training programmes have been conducted by State Climate Change Centres, benefiting nearly one lakh participants, while over 2.5 lakh individuals have been provided broader exposure and capacity-building support.

Today, the Climate Change Programme of DST is widely regarded as one of the notable success stories of Government of India missions—successfully developed from the conceptual stage to impact-level implementation

@DrJitendraSingh @karandi65 @anitadst16 @VandanaDST

[Dr Jitendra Singh @DrJitendraSingh]

Under the leadership of Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi , India’s science and technology ecosystem has advanced with strategic reforms and focused R&D, earning global recognition.

DST’s Centre of Excellence at the University of #Kashmir is addressing glacial depletion in the Western Himalayas, using cutting-edge research to track climate impacts and drive sustainable solutions.

Science is reaching every region — building resilience, powering innovation, and shaping a Viksit, #AtmanirbharBharat2047.

#ClimateAction #GlacialResearch #DSTIndia #11YearsOfSeva

[Dr Jitendra Singh @DrJitendraSingh]

#WorldQuantumDay today marks the celebration of India’s strides in quantum technology.

Inspired and promoted by PM Sh @narendramodi 's vision, India joins the elite club of select few nations to have launched
National Quantum Mission #NQM…to rise to the next level of secure communication, advanced computing and precision sensing.

#DST Ministry of Science & Technology

[CoE_Glaciology @CoE_glaciology]

Centre of Excellence Lab #CoE is proud to announce its 3rd 3-week Capacity Building Program at @kashmirUni!
Check out the brochure and link for program details, curriculum and registration information ( https://t.co/Xule4l3xfk…) #capacityBuildingProgram #summerSchool #dst

[Dr Akhilesh Gupta @guptaakhilesh63]

Look forward to my lecture on "Can India become a Global STI Leader?" at INSA-NCGG Leadership Development in S&T (LEADS) Program on Thursday the 10th April 2025 ar 2.30 pm at INSA. Will talk about India's present n future performance of some important parameters that would determine its global STI ranking. An in-depth analysis of two most critical parameters viz. FTE and GERD as % of GDP of India will b presented.
As India progresses towards achieving US$5 Trillion or more economy, 4 different future scenerios with doubling, tripling, quadrapling n quintupling FTE will b presented with 4 different GDP sizes to achieve GERD @ 2% of GDP.

@DrJitendraSingh @IndiaDST @insa_academy @NCGG_GoI

[Dr Akhilesh Gupta @guptaakhilesh63]

Wishing you and your family a joyous, healthy and prosperous 2025. May the new year bring abundance of opportunities for growth, success, and happiness!!
Happy New Year 2025 🙏🙏

[Shakil Romshoo @shakilrom]

Exciting opportunity for aspiring glaciologists! Join 3-Week Capacity Building Program in Glaciology starting Sept 1, 2024 to advance your cryosphere research skills. #Glaciology #ClimateAction @IndiaDST, @moefcc, @ICCInet, @iacscryo,@igsoc, @CryoCommunity, @EGU_CR, @AGU_Cryo

[Dr Akhilesh Gupta @guptaakhilesh63]

Congratulations Respected @DrJitendraSingh ji for once again becoming Hon'ble Minister of State (Independent Charge) of Ministries of Science & Technology n Earth Sciences in addition to other portfolios held in the previous Lok Sabha.

@karandi65 @Ravi_MoES @IndiaDST @moesgoi

[Dr Akhilesh Gupta @guptaakhilesh63]

I take this opportunity to thank all my friends, well wishers, supporters, seniors n colleagues who have been part of my 38 plus years of professional journey in 5 departments / organizations like @IMDWeather @ncmrwf @ugc_india @serbonline @IndiaDST

@karandi65 @Ravi_MoES

[Shakil Romshoo @shakilrom]

Today spoke about @iustjk and answered a number of queries from students and others during "Hello DD" program @DDKashirChannel

[CoE_Glaciology @CoE_glaciology]

https://t.co/ARFgwQ5Iyj
With an average glacier thinning of 0.35m/year in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Himalaya, this research underscores the urgency of understanding climate impacts on water resources in this region.
@shakilrom
@IndiaDST

[Dr Akhilesh Gupta @guptaakhilesh63]

Thank u @serbonline for bidding an emotional farewell. With SERB transitioning to #ANRF, scientists n officers will hav multi-fold work load n diverse responsibilities. I can say with confidence they r capable of meeting these challenges. I wish them best.

@DrJitendraSingh