Senapati, October 3: The Senapati District Inter-School and College Science Exhibition was held at the Multi-purpose Hall, Senapati, organised by the Senapati District Students’ Association (SDSA).
Martha Padma, Resource Person, RTE SSA, graced the event as the inaugural guest in the presence of senior student leaders and teachers from various schools of the district.
Delivering the keynote address, L. Dearson, Education Secretary of SDSA, said the event was “a platform by the students and for the students, where young minds come together to explore, question, and showcase their creativity.” He added, “Curiosity is the seed to all learning. When one asks why and how, it opens the door to discovery. The innovations of tomorrow will grow out of the questions one dares to ask today.”
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He further said the exhibition reflected that spirit where students presented ideas with the potential to transform society. Dearson reminded the gathering that every discovery begins with a simple question, while every innovation begins with a bold idea. He urged all to nurture and support students by encouraging them to pursue their passion and contribute to the advancement of knowledge, stressing that innovation is limitless when love for science is fostered.
Addressing the gathering, the inaugural guest highlighted the importance of implementing the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020, under which the education system has seen significant changes. She observed that traditional rote learning methods no longer suffice. Memorisation alone, she said, prevents students from developing true understanding or applying knowledge, which has been a major reason why students from the region often struggle in competitive examinations.
She stressed that competency-based education—the core of NEP 2020—focuses on knowing, understanding, and applying what one learns in school. She expressed gratitude to SDSA for providing students with a platform for hands-on learning experiences.
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The exhibition showcased 17 science projects from high schools, including:
- St. Anthony’s School: Density-gradient separation & sedimentation, Energy on wheel, Eco-integrated urban home
- Brook Dale School: An integrated approach to science & technology for sustainable development
- Mt. Everest Hr. Sec.: Plastic waste management
- Mt. Zion Hr. Sec.: Production of hydrogen gas from water, Water purification
- Grace English School: Aquaponics, Sustainable eco-friendly plastic using banana peels
- Saklim Christian High School: Archimedes’ principle, Types of electric connection
- Bethany Hr. Sec.: Solar oven, Deep water culture: Hydroponics
- Mave School: Recycling innovation & waste management, Carbon purification, Hydroponic farming
- Don Bosco School, Maram: Obstacle avoidance robot, Ultrasonic distance measurement
13 projects from higher secondary schools were also presented, including:
- Don Bosco Hr. Sec., Maram: Rural & urban development, Vision mate, Hydroponic farming
- Mt. Everest Hr. Sec.: 3D Hologram, Working model, CO₂ purification, Blood circulation
- Don Bosco Hr. Sec., Senapati: Hydroponic system, Vinegar balloon, Hydro-electric power plant
- Mt. Zion Hr. Sec.: Vision of future Mt. Zion Institute campus
- Hills Academy of Science: Aquaponics
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At the college level, 5 projects were presented, including:
- Don Bosco College (A), Maram: Splitting water into hydrogen & oxygen using solar energy, Ecosystem with greenhouse
- Mount Everest College: Eco-friendly town, Water level indication, DNA fingerprinting (criminal case)