Fueling a Viksit Bharat: Mayank Foundation empowers future innovators on National Science Day
Ferozepur, March 9, 2025 : Mayank Foundation celebrated National Science Day with great enthusiasm and participation, aligning with the theme, ‘Empowering Indian Youth for Global Leadership in Science and Innovation for Viksit Bharat’. The event, held at Shanti Vidya Mandir, brought together students, educators, and science enthusiasts to honour the contributions of science in building a developed India.
The ceremony was graced by several distinguished guests, including the Chief Guest Dr. Prof Suresh Sharma, who has been serving Ferozepur for over five decades since 1974. His exceptional contributions to the field of education were acknowledged as he inspired the audience with his valuable insights.
The event also featured Guest of Honour, Prof. SK Gupta, a renowned Chemistry Professor and Director of Administration at Guru Nanak College; Principal Inderjeet Singh, an accomplished Physicist; and Prof. Rajesh Aggarwal, a respected physicist serving at RSD College for 35 years. Their motivational speeches left an indelible mark on the students, encouraging them to pursue excellence in science and innovation.
The event saw active participation from over 200 students from 10 colleges and universities, engaging in a variety of inter-college competitions including declamation, exhibitions, quizzes, poster making, and rangoli creation. These competitions allowed students to showcase their creativity and scientific knowledge, with the winners receiving recognition for their exceptional talent and dedication to the field of science.
Project Coordinator, Yogesh Talwar, shared that the celebration of National Science Day is an annual tradition for Mayank Foundation, supported by the Punjab State Council of Science & Technology, Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, and NCSTC. He emphasized the Foundation’s continued efforts to promote scientific knowledge and innovation among the youth.
In a special ceremony, 35 Science Faculty members from the district of Ferozepur were conferred with the prestigious ‘Ambassadors of Science’ Award. This award recognized their outstanding contributions to science education and their role in fostering scientific development in the region.
The event concluded urging the youth to continue their journey toward scientific discovery and contribute towards a prosperous and developed India.
Mayank Foundation continues to play a pivotal role in inspiring the next generation of scientists, thinkers, and innovators, ensuring that India’s future is driven by scientific progress and leadership.