Organized by Science for Rural India (SFRI), bringing together science outreach initiatives from leading institutions across India to share experiences, discuss challenges, and strengthen collaboration in science communication and community engagement.
A day of sharing, learning, and building connections
From IITs, IISERs, NITs, NISER and IISc
By each participating team
On challenges and a national forum
Enabling wider participation
The conference was inaugurated by Prof. Kaushal Verma, Dean, Physical & Mathematical Sciences Division, IISc, and featured remarks by Prof. Ashok Raichur, Secretary, KSCST, who emphasized the importance of institutional collaboration in expanding the reach of science outreach initiatives.
Nine passionate teams driving science outreach across India
Former Chairman of ISRO
The conference featured a special address by Padma Shri Dr. A. S. Kiran Kumar, sharing insights from his distinguished career at the forefront of India's space program and inspiring the next generation of science communicators.
Building a connected science outreach ecosystem
Through their presentations, participants shared innovative approaches to engaging communities and promoting scientific awareness, particularly in rural and underserved regions.
The concluding panel discussion highlighted the need for stronger partnerships, resource sharing, and mentorship networks to build a more connected science outreach ecosystem. The conference reaffirmed a shared belief that science belongs to everyone and that collaboration is essential to expanding scientific curiosity and opportunity across India.
Complete proceedings broadcast live on YouTube
