New Delhi (thestates.news)| CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) today organised a Platinum Jubilee Ceremony to mark 75 years of its popular Hindi science magazine, ‘Vigyan Pragati’. Launched in 1952, ‘Vigyan Pragati’ has played a significant role over the past 75 years in disseminating scientific information among the public in simple and accessible language, promoting scientific temper and awareness, and communicating scientific achievements to society. The ceremony aimed to celebrate the magazine’s rich legacy while deliberating on emerging forms of science communication in the era of digital technology, artificial intelligence and rapid scientific advancement.
The Chief Guest, Prof. Sachin Chaturvedi, Vice-Chancellor, Nalanda University, in his address highlighted the Nalanda knowledge tradition, science in Indian culture and India’s scientific development, while underscoring the significance of important articles published in ‘Vigyan Pragati’ and its role in science communication.(s-pib)
