Ladakh education dept hosts science exhibition

The School Education Department of Ladakh hosted the UT-Level Science Exhibition as part of the prestigious ‘Rashtriya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani–2024’.

“This annual event, aimed at fostering scientific curiosity and innovation among school students, saw an enthusiastic participation from young minds of both the districts. The exhibition was divided into two categories — Senior (Classes IX-XII) and Junior (Classes VI-VIII), highlighting the ingenuity and scientific aptitude of students from various government schools,” an official spokesperson said.

The exhibition featured an array of innovative projects focusing on critical global and regional issues, with themes such as lifestyle for environment, sustainable agriculture, computational thinking, communication and transportation, and health.

Each project showcased the students’ ability to combine creativity with scientific knowledge, offering practical solutions and technological applications for real-world problems. The interactive displays captivated visitors, reflecting the potential of these young innovators to meaningfully contribute to the scientific community.

The Director of School Education, Tsering Paldan, emphasised the importance of such exhibitions in promoting scientific literacy and inspiring the next generation of scientists, researchers and thinkers.

Tsering Angchuk, Deputy Chairman of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), lauded the students. “It is incredibly encouraging to witness that our students are deeply engaged in scientific exploration. Initiatives like this are instrumental in nurturing a culture of innovation and critical thinking among the youth. I am particularly impressed with the high level of participation and the quality of the projects on display,” he said.

Sanjeev Khirwar, Principal Secretary of School Education, Ladakh, commended the students for their hard work and dedication. He congratulated the winners and encouraged all participants to continue their pursuit for excellence.

He said that the creativity and ingenuity on display today are a testament to the bright future of science and technology in the region.

The exhibition culminated in a grand prize distribution ceremony, where outstanding projects were recognised for their innovation and scientific rigor. The winning teams will proceed further for the national-level exhibition, representing the UT of Ladakh on a broader platform.