Vigyan Bharati Meet at IIT–ISM highlights indigenous science and future of mining

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India’s indigenous knowledge systems and the future of mining sciences came into focus at IIT–ISM Dhanbad on Thursday as Vigyan Bharati marked its founding day with a programme bringing together scientists, academicians and researchers from across Jharkhand. The occasion also coincided with a meeting of the Executive Committee of Vigyan Bharati, Jharkhand.

Held at the Texmin Conference Hall of the I2H Building, the event reflected a growing emphasis on positioning Jharkhand not merely as a mineral-rich region but as a centre of knowledge, research and innovation in the mining sector.

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N P Shukla, Governing Council Member of Vigyan Bharati, speaking as the chief guest, stressed the need to align modern scientific research with India’s knowledge traditions and societal requirements. He said science must address real-life challenges and ethical concerns if it is to contribute meaningfully to the goal of a self-reliant and developed nation.

Sukumar Mishra, President of Vigyan Bharati, Jharkhand, outlined the organisation’s efforts to build stronger linkages between education, industry and society. He announced that a national-level mining conclave would be organised in Jharkhand with participation from leading experts from India and abroad. The conclave, he said, aims to develop Jharkhand as a hub for mining research, innovation and global knowledge exchange.

Arvind Mishra and Dheeraj Kumar, Deputy Directors of IIT–ISM Dhanbad, spoke on the growth of Vigyan Bharati and its contribution to nurturing scientific awareness across the country. They underlined the responsibility of academic institutions in shaping informed national discourse on science, technology and sustainable development.

During the Executive Committee meeting, members discussed the forthcoming Vastotsav programme scheduled for February 6 and 7. The event will focus on India’s ancient scientific traditions alongside contemporary and emerging mining technologies. A mining expo planned as part of the programme will showcase developments in smart mining, automation, artificial intelligence, green mining and sustainable resource management, with participation from national and international scholars and industry experts.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Chandrashekhar Dwivedi, Secretary of Vigyan Bharati, Jharkhand, who acknowledged the support of IIT–ISM Dhanbad and the contribution of all participants.