IT News
Imphal, Feb 28:
Education Minister Shri S. Rajen Singh has stated that science has given a new light to the society. inister was speaking as Chief Guest on the occasion of State Level National Science Day, 202, held at the Place auditorium of Manipur State Film Development Society, MSFDS, today.
Rajen Singh said that the observance of National Science Day signifies the respect and courtesy shown to our scientists who set alight for the human society. We all should also honour the endeavours and sacrificial spirits of our scientists for humanity. Science has indeed prevented us from the den of danger of fatal diseases, he added.
The development of science and technology has also made us easier to live. There has been changes in many walks of life with the advancement of science and technology. The world has also become a global village. Communication network has also become faster, minister maintained.
Minister Rajen also observed that the destiny of our future will be decided by the present generation. The students should focus on their studies instead of indulging in unnecessary activities. They will succeed in life only when they work with a firm determination and objective, he added.
A Science Quiz competition was also held as a part of the observance. In the oral science quiz competition, Little Flower school, Sangaiprou, stood first while Nirmalabas High School, Mothers’ Pride Academy, got second and third positions respectively. Lamlong Higher Secondary School also secured consolation prize in the science quiz competition.
A talk in connection with the observation on the focal theme, “Future of STI: Impact on Education, Skills and Works” was also conducted. Prof. N. Rajmuhon Singh, Department of Chemistry, Manipur University was the guest speaker during the talk with interaction.
In the observance jointly oraganised by the Science Unit, Department of Education (S) and SSA, Manipur, Commissioner Education(S), T. Ranjit Singh, IAS and Director Education(S), L. Nandakumar, IAS, graced the occasion as president and guest of honour respectively.
