National Child Science Congress begins in Ahmedabad

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The 30th National Child Science Congress began at Science City in Ahmedabad on 27 January.

An overview of the news

• It was inaugurated by Vijay Nahera, Secretary, Gujarat Science and Technology Department.

• The Gujarat Council on Science and Technology, Gujarat Council of Science City, and SAL Education are hosting the five-day Congress, which will conclude on January 31.

• More than 1400 delegates including child scientists, escort teachers, evaluators and government officials will participate in it.

• More than 850 students from across the country will be showcasing their unique projects at the Congress.

National Children Science Congress

• It sparks children's curiosity, provides an opportunity to unleash their creativity and give shape to their imagination.

• This program is supported by the National Council for Science and Technology Communication, Government of India.

• Selected awardees are sponsored for the National Children's Science Congress held every year from 27th December to 31st December at selected places.

• It aims to transform the way science is taught and learned in schools by linking the learning process to the surrounding physical and social environment.