On 2nd August, on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray, Deccan Education Society English Medium, School in Shirur took the initiative to start a “Science Club” for students from all schools in Shirur. On this occasion, Senior Researcher and former Dean of the Faculty of Science at Savitribai Phule Pune University, Principal Dr. K. C. Mohite, interacted with the students from various schools in Shirur and answered their questions.

The program began with the dignitaries lighting the lamp and offering a garland to the portrait of Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray. Dr. Mohite was felicitated by local advisory Committee Members Mr. Sudhakar Pote and Mr. V. D. Kulkarni. Dr. Mohite then narrated interesting anecdotes about famous scientists and their  discoveries, sparking curiosity among the students. The students alsoenthusiastically asked many science-related questions. Dr. Mohite emphasized that students should constantly question themselves and read extensively.

Principal of Deccan School, Dr. Sameer Onkar, explained the background behind the establishment of the “Science Club”. Through the Science Club, one science-based program will be organized every month, including scientist interactions, science
story readings, science film festivals, and hands-on experiments, open to students from all schools.

On the dais were Principal Neeraj Rai of Podar International School, Principal Vinayak Mhasavade of Balaji University, Ganesh Marathe, teachers’ representative Mrs. Jaishri Dandge, PTA Vice-President Mr. Mahadev Bhatkar, Co-secretary Mrs. Kishori Lagad, and other dignitaries.The program was compered by Mrs. Sonali Lokhande, with a vote of thanks by Mrs.Komal Sutar. Mr. Lawoo Dharje and Mrs. Rupali Chandaliya organized the event. Atthe end, a film based on the life of Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray was shown.