Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) observed National Science Day on March 5 by organizing a range of events across different faculties and departments to honour this occasion. National Science Day, celebrated annually on February 28 to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by C.V. Raman, serves as a reminder of India’s scientific heritage and the importance of nurturing scientific temper in society.The Faculty of Life Sciences of the university organised a National Science Day Lecture on the theme “Authentic & Credible Science Communication – A National Responsibility” at the Srinivasa Ramanujan Block, where more than 200 science enthusiasts attended it with great enthusiasm.The keynote lecture was delivered by Dr Hasan Jawaid Khan, Former Editor of Science Reporter, CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR). In his insightful address, he emphasised the urgent need for responsible science communication in an era marked by rapid information exchange and the widespread circulation of misinformation. He highlighted the role of scientists, media professionals, and academic institutions in fostering public trust through accurate, evidence-based communication and ethical reporting.A documentary viewing session was organised to highlight milestones in Indian scientific achievements. An engaging quiz competition further energised the audience and encouraged active participation among students. In alignment with this year’s National Science Day theme “Women in Science: Catalyzing Viksit Bharat” students also delivered brief presentations on the contributions of pioneering women scientists highlighting their role in advancing scientific research and inspiring the next generation, particularly young women, to pursue careers in science and innovation. Through this event, Prof. Zahid Ashraf, Dean, Faculty of Life Sciences reaffirmed faculty’s commitment to promoting scientific awareness and responsible dissemination of knowledge. In a separate event, the Department of Geography, Faculty of Sciences, under the umbrella of Viksit Bharat initiative of Government of India, organised a lecture on “Global Changes and Sustainability of Farmers Adaptation Practices in South Asia” by Prof. Suresh Chand Rai, Sr. Professor and Former HoD, Department of Geography, Delhi School of Economics (DSE), University of Delhi on February 26. The lecture proved to be a significant learning opportunity for research scholars and students, all of whom gathered to honour the institution’s enduring commitment to education, research and community service.Prof. Atiqur Rahman, Head of the Department of Geography welcomed the guest speaker, faculty members and all the students. Prof. S. C. Rai began with introducing the concepts and interrelationship between Global Change which may lead to increase in global consumption pattern. He stated that if current patterns of production and consumption are maintained, then we might need two planets by 2050 for survival. He said that for achieving sustainable development, the society, economy and environment need to follow an integrated approach. Prof. Rai highlighted the regional vulnerability in South Asia. Climate change is seriously affecting trans-Himalayas, putting the livelihoods of small landholder farmers under serious threat. He explained the importance of collective responsibility where gender roles are highly significant. While concluding his lecture, he emphasized upon the need for regional collaboration by sharing information on micro-agro climates and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR).The enriching event was attended by Prof. Masood Ahsan Siddiqui, Prof. Mary Tahir, Prof. Haroon Sajjad, Prof. Lubna Siddiqui, Dr. Aruna Paarcha, Dr. Mohd. Afsar Alam, Dr. Asif, Dr. Ghazal Salahuddin, Dr. Ismail Haque, Contractual and Guest Faculty Members and researchers and students of the department of Geography.
