Vikram Sarabhai quotes
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“There are some who question the relevance of space activities in a developing nation. To us, there is no ambiguity of purpose. We do not have the fantasy of competing with the economically advanced nations in the exploration of the moon or the planets or manned space-flight. But we are convinced that if we are to play a meaningful role nationally, and in the community of nations, we must be second to none in the application of advanced technologies to the real problems of man and society.”
-- Vikram SarabhaiSource : "India in Space: Between Utility and Geopolitics". Book by Marco Aliberti, 2018.
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“He who can listen to the music in the midst of noise can achieve great things.”
-- Vikram SarabhaiSource : Outlook India, August 19, 2002.
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“But we are convinced that if we are to play a meaningful role nationally, and in the community of nations, we must be second to none in the application of advanced technologies to the real problems of man and society.”
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“One wants permissive individuals who do not have a compelling need to reassure themselves that they are leaders.”
-- Vikram Sarabhai -
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“We look down on our scientists if they engage in outside consultation. We implicitly promote the ivory tower.”
-- Vikram Sarabhai
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Source : "Cartographer of Word Galaxies". The Believer interview, logger.believermag.com. September 24, 2013.
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“I want to be a real artist to consumers. I want to be the real thing for them.”
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