Indian scientist Shubha V has reportedly been honoured with the prestigious Padma Shri for her contribution to aviation safety and indigenous technology.
Dr. Shubha Venkatesha Iyengar, former Distinguished Scientist at CSIR–National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Bengaluru, received the Padma Shri 2026 in the Science and Engineering category. The honour recognises her contribution to indigenous scientific and aerospace technology. Press Information Bureau+1
Her most notable contribution is the development of DRISHTI, India’s first indigenously developed runway visibility measuring system. The technology measures runway visibility during challenging weather conditions, particularly dense fog, helping pilots and airport authorities make informed decisions for safer aircraft operations. sciencereporter.niscpr.res.in+1
Dr. Iyengar also contributed to the development of India’s Aviation Weather Monitoring System and technologies supporting the country’s defence sector, including work related to the Agni missile programme. Her achievements highlight the important role of Indian scientists in strengthening aviation safety and technological self-reliance. Press Informati
