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Dr. Ujjal Adhikary
| Dr. Ujjal Adhikary | |
| Dr. Ujjal Adhikary | |
| Born | April 29, 1992, Kolkata, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Aerospace Engineer, Poet, Filmmaker |
| Known for | Youngest Aerospace Chartered Engineer, Literary and Film Achievements |
| Work Institutions | MP Birla Institute of Fundamental Research, ISRO |
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| Awards | See list below |
| Residence | Kolkata, India |
Dr. Ujjal Adhikary is an Indian aerospace engineer, poet, science fiction writer, and filmmaker. He holds both national and world records for being the Youngest Aerospace Chartered Engineer. His extensive contributions to the aerospace field, literature, and short film making have earned him a wide array of national and international awards.[1]
Early Life and Education
Dr. Ujjal Adhikary completed his Bachelor of Technology in Aeronautical Engineering and obtained a Chartered Engineering degree in Aerospace Engineering from the Institute of Engineers India. His dissertation on Astronomy and Astrophysics, focused on the Theory of the Big Bang, was completed at the MP Birla Institute of Fundamental Research in Bangalore.[2]
Dr. Adhikary has also completed the Satellite Technology Program from IIT Roorkee, an astrophysics workshop at Indian Institute of Science, and specialized studies in rocket propulsion and spacecraft dynamics from ISRO. He further expanded his knowledge with an MBA in Operations Management from Pondicherry Central University and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence from Kalasalingam University.[3]
Aerospace Achievements and Accolades
Dr. Ujjal Adhikary's contributions to the aerospace industry have been widely recognized. His accolades include:
- Youngest Aerospace Chartered Engineer (National Record) – 2020
- Youngest Aerospace Chartered Engineer (World Record) – 2021
- Bharat Shree – 2024
- Bharat Bhushan – 2023
- Bharat Vibhushan – 2022
- Rashtriya Ratna – 2021
- Young Scientist Award – 2021
- Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Memorial Award – 2021
- National Achiever Award – 2021
- Nation Pride Award – 2020
- Young Achiever Award – 2021
- Top 100 Researcher Award India – 2022
- The Indian Leadership Award – 2021
- NASA Citizen Scientist – 2022
- Human Rights Young Researcher Award for Astrophysics – 2023
- Honorary Doctorate in Aerospace Engineering – 2023
- Bharat Ratna M. Visvesvaraya Engineering Excellence Award – 2023
- India's Successful Leaders Award – 2023
- Raising Excellence Award – 2024
- Star Young Scientist Award – 2024
- International Icon Award – 2024
- Banga Gourav Samman – 2024
- Listed among Top 100 Influential Indians – 2022 (Fox Story India Magazine)
- Vishwa Ratna Samman – 2024
Contributions to Literature
Dr. Adhikary is also an accomplished poet and science fiction writer. His notable works include the poetry book "Pratham Aalap" and the science fiction series "Prof. Ujaan". His contributions to literature have earned him various awards:
- Listed among Top 100 Writers of India’s Prime Award – 2022
- Panorama Golden Book Award for "Pratham Aalap"
- India’s Youngest Poet Award – 2023
- Bhartiya Sarbochya Sanman Puraskar – 2024
- Top 50 Star India – 2024
- Rabindra Ratna Puraskar – 2024
- National Literature Award – 2024
- Ukiyoto International Literary Award – 2021
- All India Best Writers Award – 2024
- All India Bengali Literature Conference Award – 2024
- Outstanding Poet of the Year – 2023
- TIR Literary Award – 2024
Achievements in Filmmaking
Dr. Adhikary directed a short film titled "WATER," which garnered widespread acclaim, receiving several national and international awards, including:
- Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival
- International Kolkata Short Film Festival
- West Bengal International Film Festival
- Goa International Film Festival
- National Level Short Film Award
- National Short Film Festival
- Cosmos International Film Festival
- Indian International Film Festival
- Behala International Film Festival
- Red International Film Festival
- Dadasaheb Phalke International Motivational Award (Filmmaker of the Year) – 2024
- Golden Peacock Rastra Ratna Award (Film Director) – 2024