National Science Day

February 28, 2026 10:58 AM

Scientific curiosity powers nation’s growth, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended greetings on National Science Day, stating that the occasion celebrates the spirit of research, innovation and scientific curiosity that drives the nation forward. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said the day commemorates the discovery of the Raman Effect by physicist C.V. Raman, a breakthrough that placed Indian scientific research on the global map. “Today, on National Science Day, we celebrate the spirit of research, innovation and scie...

February 28, 2025 11:30 AM

Leverage science, innovation to build Viksit Bharat: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended his greetings on National Science Day, highlighting the importance of leveraging science and innovation to achieve the vision of a Viksit Bharat (Developed India). National Science Day, celebrated annually on February 28, honours the discovery of the ‘Raman Effect’ by renowned physicist Sir C.V. Raman. He made this breakthrough while working at the Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science in Kolkata, earning him the Nobel Prize in Phy...

February 27, 2025 4:16 PM

National Science Day 2025 to celebrate the spirit of scientific innovation

National Science Day celebrated annually on February 28 every year commemorates the anniversary of Sir C.V. Raman's ground-breaking discovery of the ‘Raman Effect’ in 1928. This discovery earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930, making him the first Indian to win a Nobel in the sciences. National Science Day was first celebrated in 1987, and since then, it has become a key event that fosters the spirit of scientific inquiry and innovation in India. This year’s theme, "Empowering Ind...