Maksam Tayeng

PASIGHAT, OCT 13:

Donyi Polo Vidya Niketan, Pasighat, organised a Science Exhibition and Quiz Competition on Tuesday to promote creativity, innovation, critical thinking and scientific temper among students.

The house-wise exhibition showcased 15 science models across three categories: Classes III–V, VI–VIII and IX–X. A notable highlight was a model selected for the Get a Young Scientist (GYS) Avishkar online All-India competition.

The exhibition was followed by a three-round house-wise science quiz, with three students representing each house. The competition tested participants’ scientific knowledge, presence of mind and teamwork.

Bodong Yirang, adviser to the Arunachal Shiksha Vikas Samiti (ASVS) and former director of elementary education, attended the programme as chief guest.

The panel of judges comprised Dr Yengkhom Disco Singh of the College of Horticulture and Forestry, Pasighat; Dr Manish Kumar Shukla of Jawaharlal Nehru College, Pasighat; and Dr Amal Bawri of the North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Folk Medicine Research, Pasighat.

The programme began with the traditional lighting of the ceremonial lamp, followed by the felicitation of guests. In his address, Yirang encouraged students to remain curious, think creatively and explore new ideas through experimentation and practical learning.

The chief guest and judges inspected the models, interacted with participants and appreciated their innovative efforts.

Yirang also urged government school principals, headmasters and headteachers to organise similar programmes in their respective schools, emphasising that science exhibitions help develop students’ research skills and encourage innovation in science.