21/03/2025
National Science Day 2025 Celebrated by the Department of Physics at MRSPTU
The Department of Physics, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU) Bathinda celebrated National Science Day 2025 on 21st March, 2025, with great enthusiasm and fervor.
The event was organized on the theme "Empowering Youth for Global Leadership in Science and Innovation for Viksit Bharat." This theme highlights the crucial role that youth play in shaping the future of science and innovation in India, contributing to the vision of a developed nation.
The event was graced with the presence of esteemed faculty, staff, and especially the students who participated actively in various competitions.
The event was catalyzed and sponsored by the esteemed organizations Punjab State Council for Science and Technology (PSCST) Punjab, National Council for Science and Technology Communication (NCSTC), Department of Science and Technology (DST) and a grant of Rs. 20,000 wad received for this program, which helped make the celebrations a resounding success.
The program featured several exciting competitions, including Science Project Making, Poster Making, and 'Science with Fun'. In the **Science Project Making** competition, student Navdeep and Sukhmeet secured the first position, followed by *Pratiksha and Navjot* in second, and Shikha and Raman in third. In the **Poster Making** competition, Lovepreet Kaur(M.sc Physics) took the first spot, Harsh*ta(B.Sc. (Hons.) Maths
& Shikha (B.Sc. (Hons.) Physics were second, and
Dalveer kaur B.Sc. (Hons.) Physics & Keshav (B.Sc. Non Medical) bagged third place.
For the **Science with Fun** competition, *Pratiksha and Priya won the first prize, with Keshav and Gurnoor at second position and Amisha and Rajvir at third position, respectively.
Dr. Gagan Gupta, the Program Coordinator, delivered an insightful talk on the theme, stressing the importance of empowering Indian youth in the fields of science and innovation. Her address provided a deeper understanding of how this empowerment can contribute to the realization of a "Viksit Bharat" (Developed India).
The event's success was made possible by the hard work and dedication of the following coordinators: Dr. Amit Singla, Dr. Supriya Rani, Dr. Harjot Kaur, Dr. Avtar Singh, Miss Dipali Garg, and Mr. Randeep Singh, who managed the various events seamlessly. Mr. Jaswinder Singh took care of the event registrations, while Mr. Rahul Menon handled the media coverage, ensuring the event's visibility. Dr. Satnam Singh oversaw the refreshment arrangements for the faculty, staff, judges, participants, and students. The stage and prize distribution ceremony were efficiently managed by Dr. Supriya Rani and Dr. Harjot Kaur.
The event was led by Dr. Veena Sharma, In-charge of the Department of Physics, who emphasized the importance of National Science Day and the theme’s relevance in today's context. Dr. Veena’s leadership and vision contributed significantly to the event's success.
Hon'ble Vice Chancellor MRSPTU, Prof. (Dr.) Sandeep Kansal congratulated Dr. Gagan Gupta, Dr. Veena Sharma, and the entire faculty, staff, and students for the successful ex*****on of the event. He appreciated the enthusiasm and active participation of all involved, highlighting the significance of such celebrations in fostering a scientific temper and innovative mindset among the youth.
The celebration of National Science Day at MRSPTU not only provided a platform for students to showcase their scientific knowledge and creativity but also encouraged them to engage more actively in scientific endeavors for the betterment of society and the nation.
Department of Physics
Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU) Bathinda
