While inaugurating the 52nd National Children’s Scientific Exhibition-2025, Cm Mohan Yadav said that under the leadership of PM Modi, India is gaining recognition globally in the field of science and yoga. 900 students presented 240 scientific models in the exhibition.
Bhopal. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has created a distinct and strong identity in the world. The country is developing at a fast pace in modern science, technology and various fields. Due to this scientific capability, India faced many challenges and when needed, gave a strong message to the neighboring country. He said that during the Covid pandemic the world adopted the Indian yoga tradition. The ancient method of Patanjali Yoga Shastra, Pranayama and Namaskar has been appreciated globally.
Promotion of science and innovation
The Chief Minister said that just as the Navaratnas got the opportunity to move forward during the time of Emperor Vikramaditya, similarly today Prime Minister Modi is supporting talents in every field. Be it Moon Mission or Gaganyaan Project, the Prime Minister stands with the scientists at every stage, success or failure.
He said that the state government is also fully supporting the efforts of the Prime Minister to develop scientific and innovative thinking among the students. The progress of science can be accelerated on the basis of the six qualities mentioned in Indian ancient texts – knowledge, logic, science, memory, readiness and activity.
The Chief Minister said that the students in the Children’s Scientific Exhibition included Vikram Sarabhai, Dr. Homi Bhabha and Dr. A.P.J. Glimpses of talents like Abdul Kalam are visible.
52nd National Children’s Scientific Exhibition inaugurated
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav inaugurated the 52nd Children’s Scientific Exhibition-2025 by lighting the lamp at RIE (regional education institute) located in Shyamala Hills on Tuesday. On reaching the exhibition venue, he was welcomed by a robot developed by child scientists. He visited various stalls and took information about robots and planetarium models made by children. This six-day exhibition organized by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) and the Department of School Education will run till November 23.
Contribution of Indian knowledge tradition and sages
The Chief Minister said that the knowledge and innovations of ancient sages have played a major role in India becoming a world leader. Examples like Rishi Bhardwaj’s Vimana Shastra, Aryabhata’s Shunya Siddhanta, Bhaskaracharya’s Graha Gati and Maharishi Patanjali’s Yogashastra show that the Indian knowledge tradition has been rich in every field.
Global acceptance of yoga
The Chief Minister said that Prime Minister Modi took Yoga to the United Nations and it got respect at the world level. Today yoga is being practiced in Europe, Siberia, China, Pakistan, Iran and Iraq. He said that the state government is encouraging organ donation and those who donate their bodies are being honored with a guard of honour.
ICT labs are being increased in schools
School Education and Transport Minister Uday Pratap Singh said that child scientists from across the country are a priority of the Chief Minister. The state government is increasing the number of ICT labs in schools to develop innovative thinking among students. Tribal Affairs Minister Dr. Kunwar Vijay Shah also congratulated the child scientists.
240 science models of 900 students displayed
About 900 students and teachers from 31 states and union territories participate in this exhibition. 240 science models and innovative projects are presented here, demonstrating solutions to social problems. Scientists from MGM, IISER and MANIT will interact with the children.
The objective of the exhibition is to increase curiosity, creativity and understanding of science and mathematics among children. The main theme of this year is “Science and Technology for a Sustainable Future”. Child scientists from 230 schools have set up stalls on topics like food-health, sanitation, transportation, natural farming, disaster management, mathematical modeling, waste management and resource management.