**Executive Summary**
The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) and its laboratories celebrated National Science Day 2026 across India, with events including lectures, demonstrations, and public outreach. The activities aimed to promote scientific awareness and curiosity, with this year's theme being "Women in Science: Catalyzing Viksit Bharat". A special program commemorated Nobel Laureate Sir C.V. Raman, and the Qutub Minar was illuminated in the evening.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **National Science Day Celebration:**
* CSIR and its labs organized events nationwide.
* Activities included lectures, student visits, demonstrations, and public outreach.
* The goal was to promote scientific awareness among young people and the public.
* The theme for the year was "Women in Science: Catalyzing Viksit Bharat."
* **Commemoration of Sir C.V. Raman:**
* CSIR-IGIB and SCDD organized a program in Delhi to honor Sir C. V. Raman.
* An exhibition displayed his life, scientific journey, and contributions.
* **Raman Effect Demonstration:**
* Scientists from CSIR-NPL and IIT Delhi conducted a live demonstration of the Raman Effect.
* Participants witnessed the phenomenon firsthand.
* **Lecture Session:**
* Scientists from CSIR-NPL and IIT Delhi jointly delivered a lecture explaining the Raman Effect, its significance, and applications.
* The session was attended by school and undergraduate students.
* **Laboratory Visits:**
* Participating students visited labs at CSIR-IGIB to see ongoing research and facilities.
* **Qutub Minar Illumination:**
* SCDD and CSIR Headquarters, with the Ministry of Culture, illuminated the Qutub Minar.
* This was done to spread awareness about National Science Day and science's role in society.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: Young Minds and General Public**
* **Impact:** Increased awareness and curiosity about science, exposure to the Raman Effect, and understanding of Sir C.V. Raman's contributions.
* **Action Required:** Engage with future scientific outreach programs to further their scientific knowledge and understanding.
**Stakeholder: Students from Jamia Hamdard**
* **Impact:** Gained exposure to contemporary scientific research and cutting-edge facilities through guided laboratory visits.
* **Action Required:** Apply the knowledge and inspiration gained from the visits to their academic pursuits.
**Stakeholder: CSIR and its Laboratories**
* **Impact:** Reaffirmed commitment to fostering scientific temper and inspiring young learners, showcasing scientific research and facilities.
* **Action Required:** Continue organizing such activities to promote science and technology.
Key Entities Referenced
Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR): Primary organization celebrating National Science Day 2026 and promoting scientific awareness.
National Science Day: Annual event celebrated to promote scientific awareness, here referencing the 2026 event.
Raman Effect: Scientific phenomenon discovered by Sir C. V. Raman, commemorated during National Science Day celebrations.
CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (CSIR-IGIB): CSIR laboratory involved in organizing activities for National Science Day.
New Delhi: Location where some National Science Day activities took place.
Ministry of Science & Technology
CSIR and its Laboratories Celebrate National
Science Day 2026 Across the Country with
Lectures, Demonstrations and Public Outreach
Posted On: 01 MAR 2026 5:56PM by PIB Delhi
New Delhi: The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) and its laboratories celebrated
National Science Day 2026 across the nation through a series of engaging activities including lectures,
student visits, demonstrations, and public outreach programmes aimed at promoting scientific awareness
and curiosity among young minds and the general public.
This year’s National Science Day was observed under the theme “Women in Science: Catalyzing Viksit
Bharat”, highlighting the pivotal role of women in advancing scientific innovation and shaping a
developed and self-reliant India.
As part of the celebrations in the national capital, the CSIR–Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology
(CSIR-IGIB) and the Science Communication and Dissemination Directorate (SCDD), CSIR
Headquarters, organised a special programme to commemorate the life and legacy of Nobel Laureate Sir
C. V. Raman and his path-breaking discovery of the Raman Effect.
An exhibition showcasing the life, scientific journey, and pioneering contributions of Sir C. V. Raman was
displayed along Dr. C. V. Raman Marg, drawing members of the public and creating awareness about
India’s rich scientific heritage.
Adding a strong experiential dimension to the celebration, scientists from CSIR–National Physical
Laboratory (CSIR-NPL), namely Dr. Subashis Panja, Dr. Shibu Saha, and Dr. Vidyanand Singh, along
with Dr. Soumik Siddhanta and Mr. Himanshu Yadav (Ph.D. student) from the Indian Institute of
Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), conducted a live demonstration of the Raman Effect. The demonstration
enabled participants to witness firsthand the phenomenon that revolutionised modern spectroscopy and
continues to underpin advancements in science and technology.This was followed by an engaging lecture session delivered jointly by the scientists from CSIR-NPL and
IIT Delhi, who explained the Raman Effect, its scientific significance, and its wide-ranging applications in
fields such as materials science, chemistry, medicine, and industry. The session was attended by
enthusiastic school students as well as undergraduate students from Jamia Hamdard, who interacted
actively with the experts.
In addition, participating students were taken on a guided visit to various laboratories at CSIR-IGIB,
where they were introduced to ongoing research activities and cutting-edge facilities, further enriching
their exposure to contemporary scientific research.
In a special public outreach initiative to mark the occasion, the Science Communication and
Dissemination Directorate, CSIR Headquarters, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, organised
the illumination of the iconic Qutub Minar in the evening. The monument was specially lit up to spread
awareness about National Science Day and to celebrate the transformative role of science in society.
Through these nationwide activities, CSIR reaffirmed its commitment to fostering scientific temper,
inspiring young learners, and bringing science closer to society in meaningful and engaging ways, in
alignment with the national vision of a science-led Viksit Bharat.
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