In an effort to further promote STEM education in theState and ensure that Mathematics learning is fun for children, Sh. GurkiratSingh Kotli, Minister for Science & Technology inaugurated the ‘MathematicsGallery’ at Pushpa Gujral Science City.
The gallery supports interactive learning and would bebeneficial for general public especially the students of the State.
These were the views expressed by the Minister whileInaugurating the “Mathematic Gallery “at Science City Kapurthala. He said thatthe facilities at Science City are world class and he is impressed with itsactivities in building scientific temper, dispelling superstitions prevailingin the society and in simplifying complex scientific concepts for generalpeople.
“I feel that such facilities in the form of Science Centres should beset up in every district of the state to supplement formal education. To beginwith, one more science centre should be set up at Mohali for which I will takeup with the Chief Minister for requisite support. I will also take up with theChief Minister to ensure that as per guidelines of UGC and AICTE Policy (framedunder Hon’ble Supreme Court orders), mandatory Environment Education studiesshould, henceforth, include mandatory visit to Science City as a compulsorypart of curriculum of secondary, higher and technical education in Punjab so thateach and every student becomes well informed and knowledgeable aboutSustainable Development and is abreast with latest skills”.
He said that thoughPunjab Government organizes visit of Govt. school students to Science Cityunder Mukh Mantri Vigyan Yatra every year, however, a large number of studentsstill remain deprived of this facility.
Sh. Dilip Kumar, I,A.S Principal Secretary to Governmentof Punjab, Science, Technology and Environment, present at this occasion saidthat innovations are incredible source for the sustainable development of thecountry in today’s era. Inventions and creative thinking have made many complexand expensive processes simpler and cheaper. Only new discoveries create newtechnologies and ensure the growth and development of the country.
Heemphasized that regardless of the sector, the advancement of agriculture,healthcare, communication, etc. depends on science and technology. PushpaGujral Science City is working as a beacon not only for Punjab but also for thechildren and youth of neighbouring states to build their future in the field ofScience and Technology.
Dr. Neelima Jerath, Director General, Science Citythanked the State Govt. and Govt. of India for providing funds for setting upthe Mathematics Gallery. The main objective is to help students understandMaths in a fun and interesting way through interactive exhibits and hands onactivities.
The main attractions of this gallery square wheel cycle,understanding Binary and Decimal numbers system, history & role of zero inMathematics, Pythagoras theorem, Fractal tree, water clock, roller coaster etc.The gallery will help in developing interest of students towards Mathematicsand making career in this field.
Apart from Mathematics Gallery, an Electricity Galleryand Spark theatre are soon coming up.
Prominent amongst present on the occasion included MLASushil kumar Rinku, chairman CII Punjab Bhavdeep sardana.