Annually observed on May 11th, National Technology Day in India marks the anniversary of the first nuclear tests conducted as part of the Pokhran-II program on May 11, 1998. The triumph of the nuclear bomb test, codenamed Operation Shakti, positioned India as the sixth nation globally to achieve nuclear technological capabilities.

In addition to commemorating this historic event, the day serves as a tribute to the valuable contributions of engineers, researchers, and technology pioneers to society. Its broader aim is to promote the widespread adoption of technology and cultivate a scientific and technical mindset across all segments of society.