GANGTOK,:
The Sikkim Science Centre, located at Namli near Ranipool, has witnessed a
remarkable surge in visitor numbers this year.
Established
in 2008 through a collaborative initiative of National Council of Science
Museums under the Ministry of Culture and State Science & Technology
department, the center has experienced a substantial increase in visitor
numbers over recent months.
This
rise, the department said in a press statement, reflects the growing popularity
of its interactive exhibits, educational workshops, and cutting-edge scientific
installations.
Between
April and October 2024, the centre recorded 3,181 visitors, a more than twofold
increase from 1,117 visitors during the same period in 2023. This growth is
attributed to strategic networking with stakeholders, strong support from the
Education department, enhanced facilities, an active social media presence and
personalized attention to visitors.
The
Sikkim Science Centre offers a diverse range of interactive exhibits and
educational experiences. Its state-of-the-art digital planetarium, 3D film
theatre, science galleries, innovation hub, children’s activity corner, and
expansive science park provide hands-on exposure to scientific principles and
real-world applications.
The
innovation hub has been particularly successful, engaging 88 member schools in
workshops on robotics, physical and life sciences, electronics, and computer
programming. Career counseling and motivational sessions focusing on STEM
disciplines have further enhanced its impact on students, the release mentions.
The
centre’s visitor timings are from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm and remains open on all
days, including weekends and holidays, except Mondays, the release mentions.
