PU geological museum, 2 other centres find spot in India's first directory of science centres
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Patna: Geological museum of Patna University figures prominently in the first-ever directory of science museums and science centres in India, published recently by the Union ministry of culture.
Other two science centres from Bihar appearing in the directory, include Shri Krishna Science Centre of Patna and Bodh Gaya Science Centre.
The geological museum-cum-auditorium was established on the Patna Science College campus in 2001 with the fund donated by former Member of Parliament Ranjan Prasad Yadav. The museum displays a stunning array of 1,500 minerals arranged at 28 hall stands for imparting geology education and outreach activities.
The museum has separate galleries on mineralogy, petrology, palaeontology and coal. Besides, it has also got a special section displaying beautiful varieties of zeolites.
"The department welcomes visitors and engages with school and college students through special interactive programmes aimed at popularising geology and its significance in society," said Patna Science College principal Atul Aditya Pandey.
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Established in 1978, Shrikrishna Science Centre, an integral part of National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), is the nation's first regional science centre. Through engaging exhibits and interactive programmes, it fosters a culture of scientific inquiry and learning, enriching the lives of visitors and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the region. Its various sections include fun science and ocean galleries, digital planetarium, 3-D show, innovation hub and Jurassic Park.
Giant Magic Tap and Tiger moth Aircraft are the special attractions of this centre, according to project coordinator S K Chaudhary.
Established just a couple of years ago, the Bodh Gaya science centre, at a distance of 11 km from the district headquarters, Gaya Ji, is visited by millions of domestic and foreign tourists. Here the people, especially the students, can learn, enjoy and experience the basics of science in an interactive and engaging manner.
The science centre's proximity to the Buddhist pilgrimage site adds to its appeal for the tourists.
Its galleries include science park, fun science gallery, Taramandal, and innovation hub. Portable taramandal is a special attraction of this centre.
In the preface of the directory, NCSM's director general A D Chaudhary said the directory of science museums and centres has been published with a view to promoting a culture of scientific inquiry and discovery among the people.
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