Regional Children's Science Congress in Vizag: A Hands-On Learning Experience

The Regional Children Science Congress-2024, organized by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samithi in partnership with GITAM Deemed to be University, is set to take place from November 11 to 15, 2024. This event aims to foster scientific curiosity and creativity among young students from JNV schools across Southern India. Through hands-on learning, students will participate in experiments and demonstrations to actively explore and innovate in science.

The Regional Children Science Congress-2024, scheduled to take place from November 11 to 15, 2024, is a remarkable initiative organized by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samithi in collaboration with GITAM Deemed to be University (1). This event, aimed at fostering scientific curiosity and creativity among young students from JNV schools across Southern India, promises to provide an enriching experience through hands-on learning, experiments, and demonstrations.

The congress, part of a larger series of events organized by the Ministry of Education, Department of School Education and Literacy, and the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (2), is set to take place at the KRC Auditorium in Visakhapatnam. With a focus on nurturing inquisitive minds, the event is expected to attract students from various JNVs in the region, eager to explore and innovate in the realm of science.

The Congress is not just a platform for students to engage in scientific activities but also an opportunity for them to meet and interact with scientists and experts from renowned institutions like GITAM University. This exposure is expected to inspire students to pursue their curiosity and creativity in science and potentially pave the way for future innovations and discoveries.

Previous editions of the Regional Children Science Congress have been successful in achieving their objectives, with students from various JNVs participating in science experiments, workshops, and interactions with scientists (3). The event has proven to be an excellent platform for students to showcase their scientific prowess and gain valuable insights into the world of science.

In conclusion, the Regional Children Science Congress-2024 is a commendable initiative aimed at fostering scientific curiosity and creativity among young students in Southern India. With its focus on hands-on learning, exposure to scientists, and opportunities for interaction and collaboration, the event is expected to be a resounding success in inspiring the next generation of scientists and innovators.

References:
[1] Navodaya Vidyalaya Samithi. (2023). Regional Children Science Congress - PMSHRI Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya. Retrieved from https://gevents.gitam.edu/event_details/MjE2MA==
[2] IIT Gandhinagar. (2022, November 16). IITGN hosts a five-day regional children science congress for 146 Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya students. Retrieved from https://news.iitgn.ac.in/iitgn-hosts-a-five-day-regional-children-science-congress-for-146-jawahar-navodaya-vidyalaya-students-from-73-districts/