Science Express is back in Delhi
by sabitha[ Edit ] 2010-04-07 09:35:19
NEW DELHI: After touring over 150 locations around the country over a period of 600 days, the science exhibition train “Science Express” is now back here in the Capital. The main objective of the unique venture is to nurture curiosity among the youth, rekindle their interest in science and encourage them to pursue careers in science.
The exhibition train would be stationed at Delhi Cantonment railway station till April 9.
A large number of high schools and college students as well as other visitors are expected to attend the exhibition during this period.
According to the organisers, the exhibition has received an overwhelming response and crossed the 50-lakh visitors mark over its three phases.
To celebrate this special achievement, a function was organised at Delhi Cantonment railway station on Tuesday. Union Minister for Science and Technology Prithviraj Chavan was the chief guest at the celebrations.
The train has been custom-made for the Union Science and Technology Department by the Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala.
While most of the exhibits have been developed by the Max Planck Society, Germany, some exhibits are indigenous.
The inaugural edition of the Science Express was flagged off from Delhi Safdarjung station on October 30, 2007, and has already set four national records.
