ISRO's S Somanath, man behind Chandrayaan-3 success, to release his autobiography: All about it

S. Somanath Autobiography

[{"selector":"#anim-7683c125-f48d-4eef-a848-2ae7f5b285e0 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-18.659195259811906%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] The Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), S. Somanath, is set to unveil his autobiography titled "Nilavu Kudicha Simhangal" in November, offering a motivational account of his journey and emphasizing the power of hard work and determination.

From Humble Beginnings

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A Journey of Decisive Moments

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Inspiring Others

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Roots in Rural India

[{"selector":"#anim-defe602a-be54-433b-96a4-66cd4c9b5538 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(-6.250982132281111%, -5.186642020693316%) scale(0.8403361344537815)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Somanath fondly recalls his rural background and believes the book will emphasize the numerous opportunities available in India for individuals who come from similar beginnings

Chandrayaan-3's Impact

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Seizing Opportunities

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Technical Insights

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Published by Lipi Publications

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Expressing Cultural Identity

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