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15th, May, 2022

 

 

Topic: Science Centre in Himachal

 

Importance: Himachal HPAS Prelims and Mains

 

What is the news?

  • Palampur Science Centre opens.

 

Who inaugurated?

  • Anurag Thakur, Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Youth and Sports, today inaugurated the Palampur Science Centre.

 

Why important?

  • It is the first science center of Himachal Pradesh.

 

Who made this?

  • A joint initiative of the Center and the Government of Himachal Pradesh, the cost of the project Rs 9 crore.

 

Who will run this?

  • The Palampur Science Centre will be maintained and run by the NCSM, Kolkata, through National Science Centre, Delhi. The centre has the star attraction in the form of a thematic gallery titled ‘Untamed Earth’ that houses around 25 interactive exhibits. This has been specifically conceptualised and curated keeping in view the sensitive Himalayan belt.

 

Aim:

  • The main aim behind the development of such centres is to portray the growth of science and technology and their application in the industry and human welfare.

 

About Centre:

  • The centre has Science Park, Innovation Hub, Portable Planetarium and Fun Science Gallery.
  • It has 3,000 square meters of built-up area and 2,500 square meters of exhibition space.
(Source: The Tribune)