Sri Fatehgarh Sahib/1 March :
(Ravinder Singh Dhindsa)
The Agrim Club of the Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the IPR Cell of Desh Bhagat University, in association with IQAC, Desh Bhagat University, and with the support of the Punjab State Council for Science and Technology, celebrated National Science Day-2025 with great enthusiasm. Prof. (Dr.) H.K. Sidhu formally welcomed the dignitaries and attendees, emphasizing the significance of National Science Day and its theme for 2025—"Empowering Indian Youth for Global Leadership in Science and Innovation for Viksit Bharat."
Dr. Zora Singh, Chancellor of Desh Bhagat University, addressed the students and emphasized that National Science Day is a day for people to reflect on the role of science in society and focus on innovations for the betterment of humanity. Dr. Tajinder Kaur, Pro-Chancellor, stressed the need to preserve biodiversity and encouraged students to plant more trees and raise awareness about the benefits of a balanced ecosystem. Vice President Dr. Harsh Sadawarti underscored the vision of Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047, emphasizing the crucial role of young minds in science, technology, and innovation. The event featured eminent resource persons, including Prof. (Dr.) P.K. Pati, Head, Department of Biotechnology, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, and Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Research Scholar, Department of Renewable Energy Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. Prof. (Dr.) P.K. Pati spoke about biodiversity, the role of biotechnology, and bio-economics, while Dr. Inderjeet Singh guided students on entrepreneurial success in the field of science and technology. To engage students in scientific learning, an Interschool Quiz Competition, Poster Presentation, PowerPoint Presentation, and Model & Project Display were organized. The competitions were evaluated by expert judges, and winners were honored during the prize distribution ceremony. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Avinash Bhatia, expressing gratitude to the dignitaries, participants, and organizing teams for making the event a grand success.