**Summary of World Earth Day 2026 Celebration at National Science Centre, Delhi**
The National Science Centre, Delhi, under the Ministry of Culture, will host a commemorative event for World Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Centered on the global theme "Our Power, Our Planet," the program is designed to educate students and science enthusiasts on environmental protection, biodiversity, and the scientific exploration of the earth.
**Event Schedule and Activities:**
* **10:00 AM:** A Popular Science Lecture titled "Exploring Antarctica: A Journey to the White Continent" will be delivered by Dr. Amitava Sen Gupta, Distinguished Professor at the Department of Space, ISRO. The session aims to provide scientific insights into the mysteries of the Antarctic region.
* **11:00 AM:** An Open House Quiz Contest will be held to test participants' knowledge of environmental science and biodiversity, fostering scientific curiosity and healthy competition.
**Logistical and Contact Details:**
* **Date:** April 22, 2026
* **Venue:** National Science Centre, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi
* **Official Contact:** Dinesh Malik, Education Officer
* **Mobile:** +91 98996 52233
**Administrative Data:**
* **Post Date:** April 21, 2026, 11:20 AM (PIB Delhi)
* **Release ID:** 2254023
* **Visitor Counter:** 1330
* **Available Languages:** Urdu, Hindi, Bengali, Punjabi, Gujarati, and Telugu
Key Entities Referenced
National Science Centre, Delhi: The primary institution hosting and organizing the World Earth Day 2026 celebrations, including educational lectures and interactive quiz contests.
World Earth Day: A global environmental initiative and the central theme of the event, focused on promoting collective responsibility for environmental preservation.
Ministry of Culture: The nodal ministry overseeing the National Science Centre and the official announcement of the commemorative activities.
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO): The premier space agency associated with the event through the Department of Space, providing scientific expertise for the keynote lecture.
Dr. Amitava Sen Gupta: A Distinguished Professor at ISRO who served as the lead expert for the scientific session on Antarctic exploration.
Ministry of Culture
World Earth Day 2026: Celebrating ‘Our Power,
Our Planet’
National Science Centre to Host Open House Quiz for
Students
Popular Science Lecture on Antarctic Exploration by
distinguished Professor at Department of Space, ISRO
Posted On: 21 APR 2026 11:20AM by PIB Delhi
The National Science Centre, Delhi, cordially invites students and science enthusiasts to celebrate World
Earth Day 2026 on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. This year’s celebration centers on the global theme, "Our
Power, Our Planet," highlighting the collective responsibility to protect and preserve our environment.
The day’s program features a highly anticipated Popular Science Lecture titled "Exploring Antarctica: A
Journey to the White Continent." The session will be led by the distinguished Dr. Amitava Sen Gupta,
Distinguished Professor at the Department of Space, ISRO. Starting at 10:00 AM, the lecture will provide
a deep dive into the scientific mysteries of the icy continent.
Following the lecture, at 11:00 AM, the Centre will host an Open House Quiz Contest. This interactive
session is designed to test the knowledge of young participants on environmental science and earth’s
biodiversity, fostering a spirit of healthy competition and scientific curiosity.
The National Science Centre continues its mission to inspire students by connecting them with leading
experts, encouraging them to explore the vital role of science in protecting our planet.
Event Details:
Date: 22 April, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM onwards
Venue: National Science Centre, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi Contact: Dinesh Malik, Education Officer,
Mob: +91 98996 52233
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M Annadurai
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