Strong basic sciences key to sustainable future: Kurukshetra University VC
Two-day Science Conclave concludes at Kurukshetra University
The two-day Science Conclave 2026 “Empowering Lives with Science and Technology: A Quantum Leap into a Sustainable Future,” concluded on Friday with a valedictory ceremony held at Kurukshetra University.
The conclave was organised by the university in collaboration with the Haryana State Council for Science, Innovation and Technology, with the objective of fostering scientific temper, innovation and awareness among school and college students across the state. The chief guest at the valedictory session, Vijay Nadda, Sangathan Mantri (North Zone), Vidya Bharati Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Sansthan, underscored the need to align scientific advancement with environmental responsibility and societal needs.
He urged students to cultivate and strengthen scientific temper for the progress of the nation. Prof Som Nath Sachdeva, VC, Kurukshetra University, highlighted that the conclave had provided a vibrant platform for young minds to explore knowledge creation, experiential learning, scientific ideas, innovation, and emerging technologies. Strong basic sciences were key to sustainable future, the VC added.
Prof Sachdeva cited the contributions of Indian scholars to science, technology and engineering, referring to Aryabhata, Pingala, the development of algebra and trigonometry, advancements in metallurgy and the pioneering work of Charaka and Sushruta, regarded as the fathers of medicine and plastic surgery, respectively.
Deputy Director, Public Relations, Jimmy Sharma said the second day of the conclave commenced with a Science-in-Action programme conducted by Science Panorama, led by Suresh Soni and his team. Dr Sangeeta Saini, organising secretary, said 2,000 students from various schools participated in the conclave.
