JusticeDr. Y.S. Rajan,

Vice President

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Born in 1943, post-graduate in Physics & Electronics (Bombay University), started his career in 1964 as a Research Scholar in the Physical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad, building cosmic ray balloon payloads. Form 1966 to July 1988 held many important positions in the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)/Department of Space (DOS). Was at MIT, USA and NASA (1970-73). A key role in the evolution and approval of two-decade profiles of ISRO/DOS (1980-90 and 1990-2000). Elected member of the International Aeronautical Academy (continuing status). Visited more than 40 countries in all five continents. Had several Indian delegations to U.N. Wide ranging experience in administration, finance and personnel management. Has an extensive proven capability in organising major programmes, building teams and creating sustainable institutions with many examples in ISRO/DOS and outside ISRO. Was Advisor in Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, during July 1988-August 1996, looking after technology related matters. Also Executive Director, Technology Information, Forecasting and Assessment Council (TIPAC) from its foundation (July 1988 up to November 2000). Presently Principal Adviser, Confederation of Indian Industry. A prolific writer, wrote more than 150 articles, papers, reviews and chapters for books, eminent journals and for newspapers. Co-author of a major bestseller book: India 2020 — A vision for the New Millennium. Has been conferred with Degree of Doctor of letters by Jain Vishva Bharati Institute (Deemed University) Ladnun, Rajasthan in recognition of his dedication to humanity, human values, creativity and literature in October 2005.

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