Tessy Thomas
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Tessy Thomas's career is marked by historic firsts and national significance. She broke gender barriers as the first woman scientist to lead a missile project in India, and her work on the Agni-V ICBM placed India among the world's top missile powers. Her leadership has inspired a generation of women in STEM, making her a celebrated figure in Indian science.
Honours & Distinctions
Lifetime Achievement Award
Recognized for her contributions to missile technology and inspiring women in STEM.
DRDO Excellence Awards
For outstanding contributions to the Agni programme.
Rankings & Lists
BBC News feature
Times of India feature
Magazine Covers
BBC News
April 2012
India's 'Missile Woman'
The Times of India
2025
Who is the Missile Woman of India?
Records & Feats
First woman scientist to head a missile project in India
Appointed Project Director of Agni-IV in 2009, becoming the first woman to lead a missile project in India.