India’s top earth scientists have been honoured with the prestigious National Geoscience Awards 2024. A total of 17 scientists have received this award for their outstanding contributions to the field of geoscience.
The National Geoscience Awards are given annually by the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, to recognize the outstanding contributions of scientists in the field of geoscience. The awards are given in various categories including basic research, applied research, and sustainable development.
Notable Winners of National Geoscience Awards 2024
The list of winners includes Dr. Rajesh K Singh from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, Dr. S P Das from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, and Dr. S N Tripathi from the National Geophysical Research Institute (NGRI), Hyderabad.
These scientists have made significant contributions to the field of geoscience, including the discovery of new minerals, understanding of the Earth’s interior, and development of new technologies for exploration and exploitation of natural resources.
The National Geoscience Awards 2024 are a testament to India’s growing expertise in the field of geoscience and its commitment to recognizing the outstanding contributions of its scientists.