The college celebrated National Science Day on 28 February 2026 with great enthusiasm to promote scientific temper, innovation, and awareness about the role of science in everyday life. The programme was inaugurated by Sr. Dr. Roopa Rodrigues AC, Vice-Principal, who highlighted the significance of National Science Day and explained the reason for its celebration. She also extended a warm welcome to the resource person by presenting a flower pot.
The highlight of the programme was an invited talk by Dr. B. K. Prashanth, M.D., Ph.D. (Ayurveda), Principal, Prasanna College of Ayurveda and Hospital, Belthangady. He delivered an enlightening lecture on the theme “Underlying Scientific Basis of Indian Traditions and Practices.” In his talk, he explained the scientific principles behind various Indian traditions such as greeting with Namaste, drawing rangoli, wearing traditional attire suited to climatic conditions, the ecological importance of sacred groves, and the health benefits of intermittent fasting. He emphasized how traditional knowledge systems like Ayurveda are based on observation, logic, and experimentation, and how they can be understood through modern scientific perspectives.
As part of the celebration, a week-long series of competitions was organised by the science departments to encourage creativity and scientific thinking among students. The events included Clay Modelling (Zoology), Unlock the Mystery – Problem Solving (Mathematics), Video Making (Physics), Reel Making (Computer Science and Computer Animation), Millets and Sustainable Plate Model (Nutrition and Health Education), Bio-Sustain Poster Making (Microbiology), Treasure Hunt (Chemistry), Data Quest (Statistics), and Wealth out of Waste (Botany).
Students from different departments actively participated and showcased their creativity and innovative ideas. The celebration concluded with a valedictory session, where winners of all competitions were awarded certificates and prizes. Second year B.Sc. students secured the Overall Championship. The programme was graced by Mrs. Vidya Patali, Dean of Sciences; Heads of Science Departments, faculty members and students, making the event a meaningful and successful celebration of science.
