Inauguration of International Science Literature Festival – Vigyanika

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The Science Literature Festival 'Vigyanika' is being organized at the Indian International Science Festival (IISF), Bhopal during the period 22 - 23 January, 2023.

An overview of the news 

• The "Science Literature Festival" is being organized as a part of the 8th India International Science Festival (IISF).

• The 8th IISF is being jointly organized by the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Ministry of Science and Technology and Vigyan Bharati.

• The theme of this edition of IISF is “Moving towards Amrit Kaal with Science, Technology and Innovation”.

• Vigyanika is being organized with the objective of promoting science through science poetry, multilingual scientific literature, science drama and folk art and showcasing the rich heritage of India by inculcating scientific temper among the masses.

• Around 300 science writers, artists, journalists, young and budding writers, researchers, college students, children, science enthusiasts, science policy makers and citizens are expected to participate in the event.

• IISF is being organized annually since 2015.