Science on Wheels Mobile Exhibition Launched to Inspire Students Across Meghalaya

The Shillong Science Centre has introduced a mobile exhibition bus, 'Science on Wheels', to provide hands-on science experiences to students across Meghalaya. This initiative aims to enhance scientific understanding through interactive demonstrations and practical learning.

A mobile exhibition bus was launched by the Shillong Science Centre to promote science education in Meghalaya. This initiative, called Science on Wheels, aims to engage students with practical experiments and live demonstrations. The programme is a collaboration with the National Science Centre, Guwahati, part of the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM).

The mobile science exhibit will visit 36 schools across various regions. It is equipped with interactive models and setups for demonstrations, allowing students to learn scientific concepts through practical experiences. The current phase of the tour will run until the end of April.

Interactive Learning Experience

During the inaugural event at the Shillong Science Centre, attendees witnessed live demonstrations in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Students and participants were given guided tours of the mobile exhibit, providing them with direct engagement with scientific principles.

This outreach programme builds on a pilot initiative from last year. In that phase, the Science Centre visited 27 schools in areas like Mawkynrew C&RD Block and Amlarem C&RD Block. Encouraged by positive feedback, this year's programme has expanded its reach.

Expanding Educational Reach

The long-term goal is to cover all 12 districts of Meghalaya by year-end. Officials aim to foster a scientific temperament among students, especially in remote areas. By taking learning beyond traditional classrooms, they hope to make science more accessible through hands-on activities.

The initiative seeks to inspire young minds to pursue sciences by offering experiential learning opportunities outside conventional educational settings. The programme's expansion reflects its success in engaging students and promoting interest in scientific fields.

With inputs from PTI