Exclusive Interview- Dr. Tessy Thomas, Missile Woman Of India

March 4, 2026

My exclusive interview with a distinguished aerospace engineer and one of India’s foremost missile scientists, Dr. Tessy Thomas has been a pioneering force in the country’s strategic defence programme. Popularly known as the “Missile Woman of India,” she has played a decisive role in strengthening India’s long-range missile capabilities. She joined the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in 1985 and went on to serve as the former Director General (Aeronautical Systems). She was also the Project Director for the Agni-IV and Agni-V ballistic missile programmes. Read the detailed interview- https://www.etvbharat.com/en/lifestyle/womens-day-interview-tessy-thomas-missile-woman-of-india-enn26030304495

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Dr Anubha

Dr. Anubha Jain is a Senior Journalist Author associated with Eenadu TV, Lokmat Media & All India Radio — handling diverse domains – politics, economics, wildlife, space, science & technology and specializes in tracking social and economic changes taking place in the country. Based in Bengaluru she’s recognised for her work in journalism, advocacy for women’s empowerment and one-on-one interviews with prominent personalities.

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