"Dreaming is the first step towards achieving a goal"

Dr. A. Sivathanu Pillai

About

Dr. Apathukatha Sivathanu Pillai was a distinguished scientist and Chief Controller, R&D, DRDO. He is also the former CEO & MD of BrahMos Aerospace. A. Sivathanu Pillai was born in a humble family in Nagercoil town of Kanyakumari district in Tamil Nadu on the 15th of July 1947. From the very young age, Sivathanu Pillai was given the purpose of life - serve others. Sivathanu Pillai's father, Mr. Apathu Katha Pillai, was instrumental in Sivathanu Pillai understanding the purpose of life. The name Apathu Katha means 'one who saves from dangers'. True to that name Mr. Apathu Katha Pillai had saved many people from life threatening diseases and problems.

We can work on hypersonics and can definitely prove (to the world) that we are capable here too.

By Dr. A S Pillai

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Inspiration for Youth

Inspiration for Youth India today is in a unique position in the world attracting all developed countries to look at it because India is the best resource hub of young intelligent minds. The history of India dominating during the civilizational age is coming back when the society has moved from agriculture to knowledge.

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Thoughts for Change - We Can Do it

I am indeed honoured to participate in the Convocation of the PGP College of Engineering & Technology, Namakkal. I am very much fortunate to be here on this day sharing the dais with Dr. Palani G Periasamy, Chairman, PGP Group of Companies who is a great entrepreneur, educationist, Professor and an Industrialist and has set an example for role model for every one of us. An ideal and exceptional personality who had taken on challenges became successful in life and has provided employment to several thousands of people. I am one of the admirers of Dr. Palani G Periasamy for his outstanding achievements in life and still young, active and carrying on many new projects. My greetings to Principal and faculty members for their excellent and devoted efforts.

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Scientists & Technocrats

India becoming a developed nation by 2020 is no longer a dream. We have witnessed a renaissance in Science & Technology in the first half of the 20th century. There has been a tremendous growth in S&T infrastructure from the time of independence in 1947. Significant achievements have been made in the areas of nuclear and space science, electronics and defence.

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creativity & leadership

Inspirational message on innovation, creativity & leadership Turning the pages of our glorious past, I am reminded of our great nation and the compassion and commitment of its leaders. As I continue to contemplate, I am also reminded of a statement that troubles me a lot. Quite a few people have this feeling, "we have an absence of leaders, a void in societal leadership."

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"When we talk about a Nation and its greatness, everyone in that Nation has to be a responsible citizen. Every individual needs to create a value system and contribute individually and collectively for the nation to grow"

Dr. Apathukatha Sivathanu Pillai