Science carnival begins at National College

Science carnival begins at National College Published – August 21, 2026 06: 07 pm IST – TIRUCHI.

Key points

• Venkataraman, former Director of Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam, addressing the gathering at the National College Sciencei Carnival 2026 in Tiruchi on Friday.
• Addressing the inaugural function of the 'Science Carnival 2026' organised by National College, Mr.
• Lilly Grace, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Economic Offences Wing, Tiruchi, spoke regarding the need for awareness regarding economic crimes.
• India is blessed with abundant mineral resources that must be utilised in a responsible manner, B.

B. Venkataraman, former Director of Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam, addressing the gathering at the National College Sciencei Carnival 2026 in Tiruchi on Friday. Photo Credit: M. MOORTHY.

India is blessed with abundant mineral resources that must be utilised in a responsible manner, B. Venkatraman, former director, Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research, Kalpakkam, remarked in Tiruchi on Friday.

Addressing the inaugural function of the 'Science Carnival 2026' organised by National College, Mr. Venkatraman pressed residents not to be unnecessarily afraid of radiation, pointing out that nuclear energy and science are powerful forces for constructive development. He encouraged students to pursue science with enthusiasm and strive to achieve greater accomplishments in the field.

T.K. Lilly Grace, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Economic Offences Wing, Tiruchi, spoke regarding the need for awareness regarding economic crimes. Individuals could easily become victims of such offences. She emphasised that individuals should recognise, appreciate, and produce the best employ of the numerous benefits that science offered.

For context, the two-day fair is being held in association with Tamil Nadu State Council for Science and Technology, ICAR-National Research Centre for Banana, Bharathidasan Institute of Management and Propeller Technologies, and features a variety of science-related competitions and activities for school students.

Rotarian K. Srinivasan and National College director K. Anbarasu were present. College principal D. Prasanna Balaji spoke.

Taken together, the developments around science carnival begins at National College point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.