'Chandrayaan 2 is not the end of the story': ISRO chief K Sivan

Indian Research Organisation will put in all efforts to demonstrate soft landing in in near future and Chandrayaan-2 is t end of story, ISRO Chief K Sivan said on Saturday.

He said a large number of vance satellite launches are planned in coming months. "You all have heard about Chandrayaan-2 mission. On techlogy part – yes, we could t achieve a soft landing, but all systems functioned until 300m from Moon's surface. Very valuable data is available to set things right. Let me assure that ISRO will pull all its experience, kwledge and technical prowess to set things right and demonstrate soft landing in near future," Sivan said in his dress at golden jubilee convocation of IIT Delhi.

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t End of Story

"Chandrayaan-2 is t end of story. Our plans on itya L1 solar mission, human flight program are on track. A large number of vance satellite launches are planned in coming months. SSLV will make its maiden flight sometime in December or January. Testing of 200 ton semi-cryo engine is expected to begin shortly. Work is on to provide NAVIC signals on mobile phones, which will open path to developing a large number of applications for societal needs," he ded.

Asserting that IITs are "holy grail" of technical education in India, Sivan said when he gruated from IIT Bombay more than three deces ago, job scenario was t as vibrant as today.

"Area of specialisation limited career options. Today, options are many. re is an ded volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity about global ecomy. However, you all are much smarter and aware of se scenarios than older generations," he said.

ISRO chief vised students to chose career options wisely. "Keep in mind that, re is only one life and re are many career options. You all need to identify your passion and natural talent and align your career. Choose an industry that reflects your passion and interests. Rar than choosing a job for money, choose it for your happiness.

"Be good at what you do. Remember, passion is t only ingredient needed for success. You also need skills and strengths. You might be passionate about music or cricket. But, do you have talent and skillset to become successful in extremely competitive fields like music or sports?" he said.

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'All you need is focus'- K Sivan

One does t need to be a topper, super genius or have excellent gres to achieve a successful career, Sivan said. "To be successful in your career, acemics or business, you need t be super intelligent or a genius. You need t be topper, you need t have excellent gres. All you need is focus by eliminating distractions and time-wasting activities," he said.

"And for god's sake, don't be a copycat. Just because, it is fashionable to be a stand-up comedian, can you be a comedian? trick is to strive for right balance between what you love and what you are good at. You can always be passionate about music and be a competent engineer, toger," he ded.

Before convocation dress, ISRO chief signed an MoU with IIT Delhi for setting up a Techlogy Cell (STC) at institute.

With this, IIT Delhi will join league of or premier institutions like IISc Bangalore, IIT Bombay, etc. where STCs have been set up to play a major role in taking up techlogy research and applications to newer heights. A total of 1,217 postgruate and 825 undergruate students were awarded degrees at convocation besides distinguished alumni awards.

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