### Swift Summary
– Former ISRO Chairman S. Somnath has been named the recipient of the 34th ramasramam Unneerikkutty Award.
– the selection was made by a jury comprising M. Mukundan (Chairman, Ramasramam Trust), Kozhikode Mayor beena Philip, and M. Mohanan.
– The award includes ₹50,000 in cash, a citation, and a memento.- The award will be presented during an event scheduled to take place in Kozhikode in August 2025.
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### Indian Opinion Analysis
The selection of S. somnath for the prestigious Ramasramam Unneerikkutty Award highlights his significant contributions to India’s advancements in space research during his tenure at ISRO. It underscores the value placed on scientific achievements by civic institutions like the Ramasramam Trust, which recognize leaders whose work drives national progress in science and technology. By celebrating individuals like Somnath, India continues to nurture excellence and inspire further innovation within its space program-an area of increasing international importance.Read more: