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Don Bosco School Panbazar Hosts SciNova 2026, Inspiring Young Innovators

23 August 2026

Education School,

News reported by: Mukhim Bivan [ING]

Don Bosco School, Panbazar, hosted SciNova 2026, its annual science exhibition, on August 21. Students, educators, scientists and academicians gathered to celebrate scientific curiosity, creativity and innovation.

Students from across the school, excluding Classes 10 and 12, participated enthusiastically in the exhibition, presenting models, working prototypes and projects on a wide range of themes related to science, technology, innovation and contemporary challenges. The exhibits demonstrated not only the students’ scientific understanding but also their creativity, problem-solving skills and ability to explore practical solutions to real-life problems.

The projects were evaluated on originality, scientific understanding, innovation, methodology, creativity, practical application and the participants’ ability to explain and demonstrate their work. Expert interactions and constructive feedback helped the young exhibitors refine their ideas and encouraged further inquiry and innovation.

The inaugural programme was attended by Dr Jaideep Baruah, Director of the Assam Science Technology and Environment Council (ASTEC), as chief guest. Principal Rev. Fr Alex Kattakayam SDB, Vice Principal Rev. Br Bromio Ch. Marak SDB, Parish Priest Rev. Fr Thomas Lakra SDB and the Academic Coordinator were also present.

Scientific officers from ASTEC, along with academicians and faculty members from Gauhati University, Cotton University, and Arya Vidyapeeth College, participated in the evaluation process. They met with the students, examined their projects and offered insights and encouragement to the young innovators.