India International Science Festival 2024 to be held in Guwahati from Nov 30 to Dec 3

IISF is an initiative of Ministry of Science and Technology and Ministry of Earth Science of Government of India in association with Vijnana Bharati which is a science movement with a Swadeshi spirit led by eminent scientists of the country.

The main purpose of IISF is the celebration of science by all. IISF is the largest science festival which brings together and connects all the segments of society. This has been organised since 2015.

In a related development, the India International Science Festival (IISF) 2024 Curtain Raiser was organized by CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) on Tuesday at Vivekanand Hall, Pusa Campus, marking the beginning of this mega science festival, as Ministry of Science & Technology release.

Prof Ranjana Aggarwal, Director, CSIR-NIScPR, delivered the welcome address, setting the tone for the festival, "Welcome to the 10th edition of the India International Science Festival. This curtain raiser program aims to inform all science students about this pivotal event. Notably, India's Constitution uniquely embodies scientific temper in Article 51A (h), fostering scientific temper, observation, and spirit of inquiry beyond scientific boundaries. We term it a festival because we celebrate science. IISF 2024 will showcase innovative exhibits, such as a moon replica at IISF that will be an attraction for all the participants especially students."

The Chief Guest, Prof AC Pandey, Director, UGC-Inter University Accelerator Centre, New Delhi, addressed the gathering, emphasizing the importance of science and technology in nation-building.

Prof Pandey said, "Celebrating festivals is deeply rooted in Indian culture. Science also has its compelling narrative. Bio-inspiration influences daily life and also Artificial Intelligence. Our ancient rishis, driven by natural curiosity, embodied scientific thinking. Notably, Schrodinger visited Allahabad University, finding India's intellectual environment conducive. IISF simplifies complex concepts, connects scientific dots, and makes learning enjoyable. Our diverse themes will spark students' curiosity."

"The event featured a captivating IISF promo video presentation, showcasing the festival's objectives and highlights. A presentation about IISF provided insights into the festival's themes, events, and expected outcomes. IISF 2024 aims to promote science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, encourage innovation, and showcase India's scientific prowess," the release read. (ANI)