Prof Nambi Narayanan
Prof Nambi Narayanan - Guardian of India’s Space Legacy
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About Nambi Narayanan
Nambi Narayanan is not only a retired ISRO scientist; he is a national icon who embodies integrity, scientific genius, and a personal fight that rocked the nation. Father of India's liquid propulsion program, his endeavors in the 1970s formed the very building blocks of PSLV and GSLV, rockets that now place India on the world map of space.
An alumnus of Princeton University, Narayanan introduced India to state-of-the-art chemical propulsion technology, spearheading India's first attempts at developing a cryogenic engine. His career, however, took a tragic turn in 1994 when he was wrongly accused in a manufactured case of espionage. Tortured, humiliated, and imprisoned; his travails took more than two decades before India's Supreme Court cleared him, granting him ₹50 lakh in compensation and ratifying what science had already established; Nambi Narayanan was an innocent patriot betrayed by the very system he worked for.
In 2019, he was given the Padma Bhushan for his Indian space research contributions. Today, he is a highly respected speaker, merging space science, ethics, and justice in such a manner that profoundly touches institutions, corporates, as well as young minds.
Nambi Narayanan is not only a retired ISRO scientist; he is a national icon who embodies integrity, scientific genius, and a personal fight that rocked the nation. Father of India's liquid propulsion program, his endeavors in the 1970s formed the very building blocks of PSLV and GSLV, rockets that now place India on the world map of space.
An alumnus of Princeton University, Narayanan introduced India to state-of-the-art chemical propulsion technology, spearheading India's first attempts at developing a cryogenic engine. His career, however, took a tragic turn in 1994 when he was wrongly accused in a manufactured case of espionage. Tortured, humiliated, and imprisoned; his travails took more than two decades before India's Supreme Court cleared him, granting him ₹50 lakh in compensation and ratifying what science had already established; Nambi Narayanan was an innocent patriot betrayed by the very system he worked for.
In 2019, he was given the Padma Bhushan for his Indian space research contributions. Today, he is a highly respected speaker, merging space science, ethics, and justice in such a manner that profoundly touches institutions, corporates, as well as young minds.
Achievements
1. Pioneered liquid fuel technology at ISRO: Pillar of PSLV/GSLV programs.
2. Studied propellant dynamics at Princeton University under Prof. Luigi Crocco (1969).
3. Headed India's cryogenic engine development (early 1990s).
4. Exonerated by the Supreme Court of India in the 1994 ISRO espionage case.
5. Awarded ₹50 lakh compensation (2018) for wrongful prosecution.
6. Honoured with Padma Bhushan in 2019 for space science contributions.
1. Pioneered liquid fuel technology at ISRO: Pillar of PSLV/GSLV programs.
2. Studied propellant dynamics at Princeton University under Prof. Luigi Crocco (1969).
3. Headed India's cryogenic engine development (early 1990s).
4. Exonerated by the Supreme Court of India in the 1994 ISRO espionage case.
5. Awarded ₹50 lakh compensation (2018) for wrongful prosecution.
6. Honoured with Padma Bhushan in 2019 for space science contributions.
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Why Nambi Narayan?
If you want a speaker with the profundity of science coupled with the drama of lived life, Nambi Narayanan provides both and then some.
A pioneer in space propulsion and one of the first brains behind India's rocket science setup, Narayanan doesn't merely speak of success; he speaks of how to create it from zero. Having worked with Prof. Luigi Crocco at Princeton and subsequently heading India's cryogenic program, he possesses unusual scientific acumen, one grounded in grassroots innovation, not borrowed theory.
But what truly makes him a compelling speaker isn’t just the science, it’s the story. His wrongful arrest in the 1994 ISRO espionage case, eventual vindication by the Supreme Court (2018), and continued commitment to India’s growth turned him into a symbol of resilience and truth. His sessions offer firsthand perspectives on injustice, national loyalty, institutional failure, and the unshakable human will. His TEDx, IIT, IIM, NIT and Cannes (for Rocketry, the biopic) speeches have touched hearts, from leading scientists to students, not because he is didactic, but because he tells, sincerely and forcefully.
In the corporate arena, he addresses:
1. Innovation in adversity
2. Ethics of leadership
3. Resilience in public life
4. India's space future and self-reliance
Booking a speaker is not what it takes to hire Nambi Narayanan; it's hiring a living lesson in courage, science, and conviction.
If you want a speaker with the profundity of science coupled with the drama of lived life, Nambi Narayanan provides both and then some.
A pioneer in space propulsion and one of the first brains behind India's rocket science setup, Narayanan doesn't merely speak of success; he speaks of how to create it from zero. Having worked with Prof. Luigi Crocco at Princeton and subsequently heading India's cryogenic program, he possesses unusual scientific acumen, one grounded in grassroots innovation, not borrowed theory.
But what truly makes him a compelling speaker isn’t just the science, it’s the story. His wrongful arrest in the 1994 ISRO espionage case, eventual vindication by the Supreme Court (2018), and continued commitment to India’s growth turned him into a symbol of resilience and truth. His sessions offer firsthand perspectives on injustice, national loyalty, institutional failure, and the unshakable human will. His TEDx, IIT, IIM, NIT and Cannes (for Rocketry, the biopic) speeches have touched hearts, from leading scientists to students, not because he is didactic, but because he tells, sincerely and forcefully.
In the corporate arena, he addresses:
1. Innovation in adversity
2. Ethics of leadership
3. Resilience in public life
4. India's space future and self-reliance
Booking a speaker is not what it takes to hire Nambi Narayanan; it's hiring a living lesson in courage, science, and conviction.
Talks About
1. The untold history of India's space odyssey
2. Leadership under systemic stress
3. Scientific honesty versus bureaucracy
4. What India learned from the ISRO espionage case
5. The making of Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
1. The untold history of India's space odyssey
2. Leadership under systemic stress
3. Scientific honesty versus bureaucracy
4. What India learned from the ISRO espionage case
5. The making of Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
Why Prof Nambi Narayanan ?
Nambi Narayanan isn’t just a rocket scientist—he’s a national icon whose life story mirrors the trajectory of modern India: built from scratch, launched against odds, and soaring despite storms.
Wrongfully arrested in the 1994 ISRO espionage case and later vindicated, his journey reveals how truth can triumph over institutional failure—making him one of the most powerful voices on resilience and justice.
Corporate Wisdom from a National Hero With research roots in Princeton and leadership in India’s cryogenic propulsion, he speaks not just of theory but of indigenous innovation, perseverance, and how science must serve the people, not just the textbooks.
Nambi addresses innovation under adversity, ethical leadership, space self-reliance, and public resilience—all grounded in lived experience. His presence leaves audiences not just motivated, but awakened to deeper responsibilities.
From TEDx to IIMs and Cannes (for the Rocketry biopic), his talks resonate with scientists, students, and leaders alike—delivering sincerity, substance, and strength in every word.
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Prof Nambi Narayanan - Guardian of India’s Space Legacy
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Yes, Nambi Narayanan is available for corporate keynotes, innovation talks, leadership summits, and science & ethics-based motivational sessions.
4. What topics can Nambi Narayanan speak about?
He speaks on scientific innovation, space technology in India, resilience in adversity, ethics in leadership, and India’s space mission journey.
1. How to book Nambi Narayanan for an event through engage4more?
If you want to book Nambi Narayan, the guardian of India’s Space Legacy, then all you need to do is visit the engage4more website, fill out the inquiry form with your event details, and the team will assist you with Nambi Narayanan’s availability and booking process.
2. What is Nambi Narayanan's fee for an event as a speaker?
Fees may vary based on event type, location, and duration. Contact engage4more directly for specific details.
3. Can I hire Nambi Narayanan for a corporate event through engage4more?
Yes, Nambi Narayanan is available for corporate keynotes, innovation talks, leadership summits, and science & ethics-based motivational sessions.
4. What topics can Nambi Narayanan speak about?
He speaks on scientific innovation, space technology in India, resilience in adversity, ethics in leadership, and India’s space mission journey.