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An important turning point for science outreach in North India was reached on December 6–9, 2025, when the 11th edition of the India International Science Festival (IISF) 2025 took place at Dussehra Ground in Sector-5, Panchkula, Haryana. This premier event brought together scientists, students, innovators, researchers, and science lovers from all across India and the world. It was organised by the Government of India's Ministry of Science and Technology.

230.1) Theme and Vision

IISF 2025's main topic, "Vigyan Se Samruddhi: for Aatmanirbhar Bharat," highlighted how science and technology promote wealth, independence, and national advancement. The event highlighted India's advancements in research and its aspirations to become a country focused on innovation and science.

230.2) Massive Participation and Diverse Programmes

One of the biggest scientific festivals in the nation's history was IISF 2025:

1) More than 40,000 people from India and elsewhere attended the event, including scientists, students, educators, legislators, entrepreneurs, and business executives.

2) Cutting-edge and developing fields like artificial intelligence (AI), artificial general intelligence (AGI), bio-economy, space technology, quantum technologies, and gene editing were covered in more than 150 technical and thematic sessions.

3) Multidisciplinary tracks on regional science and ecology, science for society, integrating traditional knowledge with contemporary science, and self-reliance through scientific innovation were all included in the festival.

Additionally, there were workshops on robotics and cybersecurity, practical student exercises, and interactive discussion boards that promoted communication between young people and scientists.

230.3) Highlights and Key Moments

1) Inaugural Day & Visionary Voices: Students and scientific enthusiasts enthusiastically participated in the festival's opening day. The youthful audience was motivated to seek professions in space research and support the country's Viksit Bharat 2047 vision by Bharatiya astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla.

2) Government Involvement: At the opening of the Students' Science and Technology Village, Haryana's Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini stressed the significance of converting scientific knowledge into real community benefits, particularly in agriculture, health, and entrepreneurship.

3) Exhibits & Technological Showcases: The Matsya 6000, India's first domestically built crewed deep-sea submersible, was showcased on the IISF platform, marking a significant advancement in the country's ocean exploration capabilities. 

4) Youth and Community Engagement: Thousands of youngsters took part in workshops, competitions, and interactive exhibitions that made scientific ideas come to life. Over the course of the four days, schools like Doon Public School in Panchkula reported exceptional levels of student engagement and enthusiasm.

230.4) Concluding Celebrations and Recognition

IISF 2025 focused heavily on "Nari Shakti" (Women's Power) in science and technology on the last day. The significance of mentoring, dismantling social barriers, and establishing mechanisms to empower women scientists was emphasised in a noteworthy panel discussion on "Women’s Development to Women-Led Development in S&T."

Outstanding organisations and innovators received awards:

1) The S&T Hackathon's top prize went to Chitkara University for their civic reporting app, JanSamadhan.

2) CSIR, DRDO, MoES, DST, and NCSM were among the government research organisations honoured for their contributions to science and innovation exhibits.

Prominent individuals, such as Haryana Governor Ashim Kumar Ghosh, praised the festival's conclusion for demonstrating India's technological prowess and its congruence with long-term national objectives.

230.5) Legacy and Impact

The IISF still serves as a link between the scientific community and the general public, fostering a culture of innovation, fostering curiosity, and motivating young people to become profoundly involved in scientific research. IISF 2025 at Panchkula strengthened India's commitment to science-led progress and national scientific literacy by incorporating cutting-edge technology themes, international involvement, and inclusive outreach initiatives. This further solidified science's place at the centre of public life and national development.

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