National Science Day at NAARM, Hyderabad

The ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (NAARM), Hyderabad celebrated the National Science Day at its campus. The programme was organized to commemorate the great contribution of noble laureate Sir C.V. Raman. 

In his valedictory address, Dr. Ch. Srinivasa Rao, Director, NAARM advised the students to get the benefits of the latest scientific technologies wisely and never get themselves addicted to the technologies. Dr. Rao motivated the students towards the bright career aspects in the field of science and also underlined the farmers and agriculture’s importance for the nation. 

Dr. S.K. Soam, Joint Director highlighted the importance of science in day-to-day life. He also discussed about the bright career options for youths in agriculture. 

A campus tour was also organized during the occasion to explain the participating students about the various units like vermi-compost, water harvesting pits, nursery, sports, water purifying plant and infrastructure facilities. The students were also explained about the ways to grow nursery and its propagation. 

The occasion also held various mind-engaging competitions like essay writing competition titled “Who is your favourite scientist and why” and elocution competition titled “Role of science in the development of society” that kept the students captivated during the programme. 

The winners of different categories were also conferred with prizes by Dr Ch. Srinivasa Rao, Director and Dr. S.K. Soam, Joint Director.  The programme registered a total participation by around 110 students from both - Zilla Parishad High School, Shivarampally and Zilla Parishad High School, Budvel.