2009
The focal theme for the year 2009 was "Expanding Horizons of Science".
On 28 February 2009, five institutions in the country were presented National Award for Science Communication by the Indian Department of Science and Technology. These awards are presented to recognize the efforts of individuals and government and non-government bodies for the popularization of science in the country.
The highest award in 2009 was given to the Vikram Sarabhai Community Science Centre for its contribution to science-related learning material and conducting training programs on science education.
A Festival of Measurement and Space Fair was held at the Nehru Planetarium, New Delhi.
Dr. Pramod Kumar Mohapatra, G.S. Unnikrishnan Nair and Ms. Meenu Khare were awarded one lakh rupees for their individual contributions to the field. Jidnyasa Trust of Thane also received one lakh rupees for setting up a science activity center.it is to make people aware about the science and technology.
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