Grand National Science Day celebrations 2023 at DAVIET

Jalandhar, March 3, 2023: DAV Institute of Engineering and Technology (DAVIET) celebrated National Science Day today. It is celebrated in India on 28th February every year to commemorate the discovery of the Raman effect by Sir CV Raman in 1928. The day is dedicated to promoting scientific knowledge and the scientific temper in the country. The theme for National Science Day 2023 is "Global Science for Global Well-being."

The event was graced by AS Dhaliwal, Engineer in Chief Smart City Jalandhar, Rajneesh Dogra, Superintending Engineer B& R Branch Smart City Project Jalandhar, and Saurav Sandhu SDO Municipal Corporation Jalandhar, who were the Guests of Honour. The Key Note Speaker was Dr Harleen Dahiya, Associate Professor of Physics at Dr BR Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar. 

Dr Kanchan L Singh, Head Department of Applied Sciences at DAVIET, delivered the welcome address at the National Science Day celebration. In her speech, she highlighted the significance of the event and the role of science in driving progress in India. Dr Singh emphasized the need for unity and out-of-the-box thinking to find innovative solutions to the challenges faced by the country. She also spoke about promoting scientific knowledge and education among the youth to build a strong foundation for a better future. 

AS Dhaliwal delivered an insightful speech, highlighting the importance of waste recycling and its environmental impact. He discussed the need for public awareness about waste management and its benefits. He also shared about a similar plant set up at Gadaipur to recycle concrete waste and provide raw materials for construction.

Saurav Sandhu, in his speech, discussed the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) project in Jalandhar and how it will contribute to making the city smarter and more sustainable. The ICCC project will act like the brain of the city and will cover critical areas like surveillance to curb crime, Intelligent Traffic Management System, Variable Messaging System, Environment Monitoring System, Command and Control Centre, and Emergency Call Boxes. Mr Sandhu emphasized how the ICCC project would lead to development of a more efficient and sustainable city.

Dr Sanjeev Naval welcomed the guests and emphasized the importance of sustainability in the current scenario. He appreciated the projects on display and assured the students that the engineering team of the Smart City Project Jalandhar would provide a suitable platform for the implementation of their ideas. Dr Naval urged the students to remain curious about all the happenings around them and try to understand the science behind events and phenomena. He gave the example of protons, which are positively charged, and linked it to the fact that we all should always be positive no matter the circumstances. He highlighted the importance of positive thinking and its role in shaping our lives.

The event's highlight was the expert lecture by the Keynote Speaker, Dr Harleen Dahiya, Associate Professor Dr BR Ambedkar NIT Jalandhar. Dr Dahiya delivered an expert lecture on "Science in Everyday Life and the Search for the God Particle." Her lecture aimed to make the students aware of the significance of science in their daily lives and how it can help them solve the problems they encounter. She explained how science has played a significant role in improving the quality of life and how it has made our lives easier and more comfortable. She cited various inventions and discoveries that have transformed the world, such as the internet, mobile phones, and medical advancements. Next, Dr Dahiya also discussed the search for the God Particle, one of the most important discoveries in modern physics. She explained how the Higgs boson particle was discovered and helped us understand the universe's origins.

To celebrate National Science Day, competitions like Working Model Exhibition, Declamation, Scientific Story Writing, Scientific Rangoli, Poster Making, and Role Play were organised. Students also presented a skit. All the events were organized around the theme of Global Science for Global well-being. 

Dr Payal, the event coordinator, acknowledged the valuable insights shared by the guests, which would help the students better understand the latest developments in science and technology. She concluded her speech by urging the students to use their knowledge and skills for the betterment of society and the nation.

The event ended on a high note, with everyone standing for the National Anthem. The National Science Day celebration at DAVIET was a grand success, and it helped promote the scientific temper and spirit of innovation among the students and faculty members. The event served as a platform for exchanging ideas and knowledge, highlighting the importance of sustainable development for the nation's growth.