IISF 2024: A Commitment to a Science-Led Future for India
The 10th India International Science Festival (IISF) held at IIT Guwahati was started from November 30th and culminated on December 4th, 2024. The 4-day mega science festival featured 24 different events in which 7000 delegates and 45000 people including a large number of students participated.
The Moon replica hogged the limelight and pulled the crowd. It’s a giant 10-metre high ‘real surface’ replica of #Moon erected at IIT Guwahati, showcasing India’s advancement in space science.
This year some new events were added. Sagarika – The Tale of Earth Sciences event as the name suggests aims to engage and educate people on different areas of earth science such as meteorology, oceanography, ecology etc. Through this event, IISF desires to raise public awareness on environmental issues.
Science beyond Borders – aimed at fostering international collaboration, partnerships and exchange of dialogues among scientists, researchers and institutions to address global challenges in S&T.
Fusion Forum – The Atomic Assembly event discussed the current perspectives, future benefits, and pressing challenges in implementing nuclear energy in India for various sectors pressing generation of power, nuclear medicine, agriculture, additive manufacturing etc.
Another captivating event was the Saga of Science Chronicles that told the history and recent developments of Indian science and scientists through LED light shows that happened during 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm during each day of IISF 2024.
The events like Science Odyssey of the North East addressed the challenges that hindered the growth of science and technology in the North East and discussed the ways of promotion of science and technology of the North East.
While The Taste of the Hills – North East Food Street showcased the food heritage of North East and let the people eat and enjoy their traditional food items. The Food Street remained open throughout IISF 2024.
Two significant events in IISF 2024 discussed effective science communication S&T media strategies: first Vigyanika and second S&T Media Conclave. Vigyanika event played a pivotal role in disseminating science in simple language to the masses. Organized by CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR), these events aimed to bridge the gap between science communicators, scientists, journalists, and media professionals.
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Reference: PIB