Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan Concludes At NSU Tirupati

Technological growth alone would not be sufficient without a strong value system guiding national development,” stated Prof K Subrahmanian of IIT Bombay, at the valedictory function of the Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan at the National Sanskrit University here.

The national-level four-day meeting concluded on Monday after elaborate discussions on science, innovation and the nation’s knowledge traditions. The event brought together scientists, researchers and scholars from near and far.

The sessions focused on linking modern scientific research with India’s traditional knowledge systems and exploring their relevance to present-day challenges.

Vijnana Bharati national organising secretary Shiv Kumar Sharma said sustainable development is possible only through the integration of knowledge and science. He stressed the importance of combining traditional wisdom with modern scientific approaches to ensure balanced and inclusive growth.

Vice-chancellor of the Sanskrit university Prof GSR Krishna Murthy said it was a matter of pride for the university to host the sammelan. The conference provided an important platform for scientists from India and other countries to present their work and exchange ideas.

Director of IIT Tirupati, Prof KN Satyanarayana said the conference has helped take the message of science and technology to future generations. Such events play a key role in shaping scientific thinking among young researchers and students, he said.

Vijnana Bharati national general secretary Vivekananda Pai explained the major outcomes of the event. Academic coordinator Prof TV Bharat said that four plenary sessions and 28 academic sessions were held. Some 250 research papers were presented and about 700 posters displayed.

BVS convener Kompella Subbaraya Sastri also addressed the gathering.