The Science City of Kolkata recently witnessed the inauguration of India’s first-ever global mega-science exhibition, ‘Vigyan Samagam’. This landmark event is generating much anticipation for its revelation of India’s contribution to several of the world’s major Mega Science projects.
‘Vigyan Samagam’: A Showcase of Indian Participation in Global Science
The Vigyan Samagam exhibition highlights India’s contributions and involvement in global Mega Science projects. These projects, being undertaken alongside various developed countries, are at the forefront of scientific innovation and discovery. India’s participation underscores the nation’s commitment to scientific progression and advancement.
Key Mega Science Projects with Indian Collaboration
India has actively been participating in an array of international Mega Science projects. These include the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN), the Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research (FAIR), the India-based Neutrino Observatory (INO), the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER), the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO), the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT), and the Square Kilometre Array (SKA).
These projects have made pivotal discoveries, from the finding of the Higgs particle to the detection of gravitational waves, enhancing our comprehension of the Universe and its evolution.
Primary Objectives
Exposing young minds to the Universe’s profound enigmas and its multitudinous facets of evolution is the primary objective of such an exhibition. The Vigyan Samagam encourages the young generation to pursue science as a career, thereby contributing to the intellectual growth of the nation.
Engaging Young Minds
‘Connecting with School Children, Students’ is one of the key objectives at the forefront of Vigyan Samagam’s mission. To achieve this, numerous activities designed to ignite curiosity, capture attention and stimulate the imagination of school children and students will be undertaken in each city the exhibition reaches.
Vigyan Samagam and India International Science Festival
Vigyan Samagam is also a significant addition to the India International Science Festival (IISF) programme-2019. This inclusion highlights the importance of the exhibition on the larger landscape of scientific exhibitions and fairs in India.
| Exhibition Name | Location | Notable Participating Projects | Main Objective |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vigyan Samagam | Science City Kolkata | LHC, FAIR, INO, ITER, LIGO, TMT, SKA | Exposing young minds to scientific discoveries and encouraging scientific careers |
The Science City of Kolkata
The Science City of Kolkata, where the ‘Vigyan Samagam’ exhibition is being held, is touted as the largest science centre in the Indian subcontinent. It operates under the management of the National Council of Science Museums, Ministry of Culture, underscoring its pivotal role in promoting science and technology within the nation.