National Science Day was celebrated at Biyani Girls College, Vidhyadhar Nagar, Jaipur on 28 th February, 2026 , in memory of Sir C.V. Raman who discovered “Raman Effect”. Sir Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman won Nobel Prize in Physics for his study. National Science Day is celebrated to promote scientific literacy, rational approach and aptitude among young generation. National Science Day is celebrated in different educational institutions of India, to encourage interest in science and technology among students and the public, to recognize scientific achievements of Indian scientists and researchers, to encourage students to pursue careers in science, to create understanding in students about the importance of science in daily life. Science is the key to progress and transformation in society. On National Science Day, we celebrate the power of evidence based reasoning and its importance in progress of our society. Let us stay curious, ask questions, and use science to build a better future.
Lectures Delivered on National Science Day
National Science Week was celebrated in last week of February which culminated in National Science Day on 28 February. National Science Day celebration program was conducted by Department of Science and Biyani Solutions Private Limited at Utsav Auditorium of Biyani Girls College between 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Welcome address was given by Dr. Dhyan Singh Gothwal (Principal, Biyani Girls College). In welcome address Principal Sir emphasized on importance of scientific thinking in day to day life.
The most anticipated talk of the day was delivered by Dr. Neetu Vijay, Senior Scientist, ICMR (Indian Council for Medical Research), New Delhi. Dr. Neetu Vijay works as Scientist D in the Indian Council of Medical Research’s (ICMR) Communicable Diseases Division, which is headquartered in New Delhi. She holds a Ph.D. in life sciences and has considerable expertise in epidemiology. Dr. Vijay has been actively involved in supporting national public health monitoring and research networks in addition to his work with the Virus Research and Diagnostic Laboratory Network. Her published publications on the epidemiology of respiratory viruses and infectious diseases indicate her commitment to advancing public health science in India. Her expertise provided valuable perspectives to all of us. Next there was a alumini success talk by Ms. Anjali Pandit graduated and post-graduated from Biyani Girls college , currently at B. Lal Institute of Biotechnology . She is author of 10 book chapters and a review article with 3 more papers under review. Recently she cleared the Max scholarship exam with guidance of Dr. (Prof) Manish Biyani (Director, Research and Development) and Dr. Radhika Biyani Daga (Assistant Director, Research and Development) to pursue her Ph.D. in Japan. Her journey motivated our students for further studies in Japan.
Learning Outcomes of National Science Week
Students of B. Sc. and M.Sc. in Biotechnology Course shared their views and feedback regarding Science-Tech week organized by the college from 25 February to 27 February, 2026. Science-Tech Week has been a living lab. On the first day, students entered the Rajasthan Biotech Conclave, which featured live demonstrations, expert speakers, student posters, and a bustling expo floor where industry and ideas collided. On the second day, students went to the Research Laboratory at Mahatma Gandhi Hospital, which has automated diagnoses, quality-control demonstrations, and open discussions with medical professionals who emphasize the importance of precision. Students visited the University of Rajasthan’s ECH (Entrepreneurship and Career Hub, Incubation Center) on the third day. At ECH, University of Rajasthan students got inspiration to start new start ups related to Biotechnology industry. Researchers and students can get supporting fund for new startups from different government agencies. ECH provide guidance to researchers and students for new startups and projects.
Concluding Session
Dr. Radhika Biyani Daga , Assistant Director of Research and Development at Biyani Girls College, gave the final lecture on National Science Day. She thanked the attendees, speakers, organizers, guests, and dignitaries. At last, a group photo of the Science Department with guests and dignitaries was taken. All of the Science Department students had a terrific time meeting inventors, entrepreneurs, and scientists in their field during the final week of February.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q.1. How does this event benefit Bsc,Msc students?
Ans. This event was focused on Science and Technology at National and International level. This benefits both the B.Sc. and M. Sc. students of Biyani Girls College. These students got opportunity to interact with Dr. Neetu Vijay (Scientist D at Indian Council of Medical Research). Dr. Neetu Vijay Ma’am talked about her field of research. Our other invited guest was Biyani Alumini Ms. Anjali Pandit, graduated and post-graduated from Biyani Girls college , currently at B. Lal Institute of Biotechnology . Recently she cleared the Max scholarship exam to pursue her Ph.D. in Japan. Her journey motivated our students for further studies in Japan.
Q 2. Were any awards or recognitions given during the event?
Ans. On National Science Day all students of B. Sc. and M. Sc. were awarded with e-Certificates for their active participation in National Science Week organized in last week of February which concluded in National Science Day celebration.
Q.3. What is National Science Day and why is it celebrated?
Ans. In India National Science Day is celebrated on 28 th of February month to remember the great discovery of Sir C.V. Raman known as ‘Raman Effect’. This day aims to promote scientific aptitude and attitude in our young generation.
Q4. What activities were organized during the celebration?
Ans. Science-Tech week organized in the college, has been a living lab. It was a three day event. Students got opportunity to visit Biotech Conclave at RIC (Rajasthan Information Commission), Reseach Laboratory at Mahatma Gandhi Hospital and ECH-Incubation Center at University of Rajasthan. On National Science there was an interactive session of students with Dr. Neetu Vijay (Scientist D at ICMR) and Biyani Alumini Ms. Anjali Pandit.
Q5. What was the theme of National Science Day?
Ans. The theme for the day was “Women in Science: Catalyzing Viksit Bharat”. This identifies the role of women scientists in development of society.
Q6. What was the main objective of celebrating National Science Day at the college?
Ans. Main objective of National Science Day was to honor Indian Scientific researchers, encourage graduation and post graduation students of Biyani Girls College to participate and pursue their career in Science and research.
Author
Dr. Anita Mishra
Assistant Professor,Department of Science,
Biyani Group Of Colleges, Jaipur