Mohali: “India today is changing rapidly. The startup culture is reshaping academia. Even if a small fraction of students starts thinking not merely as job seekers but as job creators, they can transform the nation. Today, infrastructure in Indian institutions rivals that of leading global universities. We must use it fully. Many top global technology companies were founded by students with strong ideas, sometimes even before completing their degrees. Today, India has the required infrastructure that can support similar dreams. You can live the American dream while staying in India build companies, do excellent science and flourish on your own ideas,” said Prof Dulal Panda, Director, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Mohali during the National Science Day event organized on the theme ‘Women in Science: Catalyzing Viksit Bharat’ here at Chandigarh University campus.
The event was graced by Prof Dulal Panda, Director, NIPER Mohali as Chief Guest. The prominent among those who were present on the occasion were Prof Raviraja N Seetharam, Vice Chancellor, Chandigarh University and Devinder Singh, Pro Vice Chancellor & Executive Director Sciences, Chandigarh University.
As part of the celebrations, the dignitaries visited the project exhibition that showcased innovative student-led projects and prototypes spanning healthcare technologies, sustainable agricultural solutions, renewable energy models, AI-driven applications, biotechnology innovations, robotics demonstrations and socially relevant engineering solutions. Interactive stalls displayed working models, research posters and startup ideas reflecting practical problem-solving aligned with national priorities. A special segment of the program included the felicitation of Women Achievers in the Science Cluster, followed by Prize Distribution to meritorious students and researchers for their outstanding contributions in research, innovation and academic excellence.
